What is meant by AstroSat?

AstroSat is the first dedicated Indian astronomy mission aimed at studying celestial sources in X-ray, optical and UV spectral bands simultaneously.

What is multi wavelength space observatory?

AstroSat is India’s first dedicated multi wavelength space observatory. AstroSat observes universe in the optical, Ultraviolet, low and high energy X-ray regions of the electromagnetic spectrum, whereas most other scientific satellites are capable of observing a narrow range of wavelength band.

Does India have a space observatory?

The Indian Astronomical Observatory (IAO), located in Hanle near Leh in Ladakh, India, has one of the world’s highest located sites for optical, infrared and gamma-ray telescopes. It is operated by the Indian Institute of Astrophysics, Bangalore.

How is Aryabhata remembered in India?

Works. Aryabhata is the author of several treatises on mathematics and astronomy, some of which are lost. His major work, Aryabhatiya, a compendium of mathematics and astronomy, was extensively referred to in the Indian mathematical literature and has survived to modern times.

What is the ASTROSAT mission?

The objectives of the AstroSat mission are to design, develop, realize and launch a multi-wavelength astronomy satellite for studying the cosmic sources simultaneously over a wide range of the electromagnetic spectrum i.e from optical, ultraviolet (UV) to high energy X-rays.

What is the expected lifespan of AstroSat?

The minimum useful life of the AstroSat mission is expected to be 5 years. After injection into Orbit, the two solar panels of AstroSat were automatically deployed in quick succession.

What is Astrosat ground segment?

AstroSat Ground Segment comprises TTC (Telemetry and Telecommand) and Payload Data reception stations, Satellite Control Centre (SCC), Indian Space Science Data Centre (ISSDC) and Payload Operations Centers (POCs).

How Astrosat is managed by ISRO?

The spacecraft control centre at Mission Operations Complex (MOX) of ISRO Telemetry, Tracking and Command Network (ISTRAC), Bengaluru manages the satellite during its entire mission life. The science data gathered by five payloads of AstroSat are telemetered to the ground station at MOX.