The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has efficiently undocked the SpaDex satellites.
In a publish on March 13, ISRO said: “Spadex Undocking Successful! Key sequence of events: SDX-2 extension successful Capture Lever 3 released as planned Capture Lever in SDX-2 disengaged Decapture command issued in SDX-1 & SDX-2 FINALLY, SUCCESSFUL UNDOCKING!”
On January 16, ISRO had efficiently executed the SpaDeX docking experiment, making India the fourth nation after the USA, Russia and China to attain this historic feat.
The two satellites SDX01 (Chaser) and SDX02 (Target), which had been launched by the PSLV C60 on December 30, 2024 had been efficiently docked on January 16.
Following this historic feat, the area company had stated that the undocking can be carried out within the coming days.
The SpaDeX mission is a crucial undertaking by ISRO. It is designed to develop and display the know-how wanted for spacecraft rendezvous, docking and undocking utilizing two small satellites.
The demonstration of this know-how is important for futuristic missions, comparable to sending an Indian astronaut on the Moon, pattern return from the Moon, the constructing and operation of the Indian Space Station.
The different targets of the mission embrace demonstration of the switch of electrical energy between the docked spacecraft, which is important for future purposes, comparable to in-area robotics, composite spacecraft management and payload operations after undocking.
Union Minister of State for Science and Technology Jitendra Singh confirmed the undocking experiment executed by ISRO.
“Congrats team #ISRO. And heartening for every Indian ! #SPADEX Satellites accomplished the unbelievable De-Docking… This paves the way for smooth conduct of ambitious future missions including the Bharatiya Antriksha Station, Chandrayaan 4 & Gaganyaan. PM Sh @narendramodi ’s continuous patronage keeps the spirits soaring.” the Minister posted on X.
Published – March 13, 2025 12:54 pm IST
