Question

Complete the following table:

Type of Satellite	The names of Indian Satellite and launcher
(1) Navigational Satellite	Satellite: \(\underline{\hspace{3cm}}\) \(\hspace{1cm}\) Launcher: \(\underline{\hspace{3cm}}\)
(2) Earth observation Satellite	Satellite: \(\underline{\hspace{3cm}}\) \(\hspace{1cm}\) Launcher: \(\underline{\hspace{3cm}}\)

 

Hint:

India's space missions use a variety of launch vehicles like PSLV and GSLV to deploy different types of satellites, including navigation and Earth observation satellites.

Answer 1

Type of Satellite	The names of Indian Satellite	Launcher
(1) Navigational Satellite	Satellite: IRNSS-1A, IRNSS-1B, etc.	Launcher: PSLV (Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle)
(2) Earth observation Satellite	Satellite: RISAT, Cartosat, etc.	Launcher: PSLV (Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle), GSLV (Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle)

 

1. Navigational Satellites are primarily used for positioning, navigation, and timing. India's navigational satellites belong to the IRNSS (Indian Regional Navigation Satellite System) series, with the PSLV used as the launcher. 

2. Earth Observation Satellites are used for remote sensing applications such as weather monitoring, resource management, and disaster monitoring. India has launched several Earth observation satellites such as RISAT and Cartosat using PSLV and GSLV launch vehicles.