Question

short notes on space research and development

Answer 1

Dear Student,

A short note on the topic " Space Research and Development" has been given below. Use the facts to elaborate on the topic by yourself.

• Indian space programme was driven by vision of Dr Vikram Sarabhai . he is considered as the father of Indian Space Programme.
• Space activities started in the 1960s.
• It started with the objective of acheiving self reliance and developing capability to apply to national tasks
• Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has successfully operationalised two major satellite systems

1)Indian National Satellites (INSAT) : This was for communication services

2)Indian Remote Sensing (IRS) : This was for management of natural resources

Additionally, it developed:

1) Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV): for launching IRS type of satellites

2) Geostationary Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV) for launching INSAT type of satellites.