ISRO SROSS-C ASLV
About the SROSS-C Mission
| Type | Earth Science |
|---|---|
| Orbit | Low Earth Orbit |
SROSS C and C2 (Stretched Rohini Satellite Series) were the third and fourth satellites in ISRO's SROSS series and to perform experiments on Gamma-ray astronomy and ionospheric science.
Launch Pad & Location
SLV-3 Launch Pad
Satish Dhawan Space Centre, India
| Launches | 8 |
|---|---|
| Orbital Launch Attempts | 8 |
| Total Launches | 105 |
Satish Dhawan Space Centre – SDSC (formerly Sriharikota Range – SHAR) is the primary spaceport of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), located in Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh.
ISRO ASLV Rocket
The Augmented Satellite Launch Vehicle or Advanced Satellite Launch Vehicle, also known as ASLV, was a Small-lift launch vehicle five-stage solid-fuel rocket developed by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) to place 150 kg satellites into LEO. ISRO did not have sufficient funds for both the Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle programme and the ASLV programme at the same time and the ASLV programme was terminated after the initial developmental flights.
| Length | 23.5 m |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 1.0 m |
| Stages | 5 |
| Launch Mass | 41.0 T |
| Takeoff Thrust | 910.0 kN |
| LEO Capacity | 150 kg |
| Maiden Flight | 3/24/1987 |
About ISRO
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is the space agency of the Government of India headquartered in the city of Bangalore. Its vision is to "harness space technology for national development while pursuing space science research and planetary exploration."
| Total Launches | 100 |
|---|---|
| Successful | 85 |
| Failed | 15 |
| Pending | 21 |
| Consecutive Success | 1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the ISRO ASLV SROSS-C launch scheduled?
The ISRO ASLV SROSS-C launch was scheduled for:
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Where did the ISRO ASLV SROSS-C mission launch from?
The ISRO ASLV rocket launched from SLV-3 Launch Pad at Satish Dhawan Space Centre, India. Satish Dhawan Space Centre – SDSC (formerly Sriharikota Range – SHAR) is the primary spaceport of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), located in Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh.
What rocket was used for the SROSS-C mission?
The SROSS-C mission launched aboard a ISRO ASLV rocket. The Augmented Satellite Launch Vehicle or Advanced Satellite Launch Vehicle, also known as ASLV, was a Small-lift launch vehicle five-stage solid-fuel rocket developed by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) to place 150 kg satellites into LEO. ISRO did not have sufficient funds for both the Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle programme and the ASLV programme at the same time and the ASLV programme was terminated after the initial developmental flights. Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.
What weather conditions could have delayed the ISRO ASLV SROSS-C launch?
The ISRO ASLV SROSS-C launch could have been delayed by various weather conditions including lightning within 10 nautical miles, high winds (especially upper-level winds), thick cloud layers, precipitation, and poor visibility. Weather must be favorable at the launch site, downrange landing zones, and abort landing sites.
How can I get updates if the ISRO ASLV SROSS-C launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest ISRO ASLV launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the SROSS-C mission. You can also check our space launch schedule for historical launch information. Our mobile app provides push notifications for instant alerts about launch status changes. Official ISRO live streams provided the most immediate range updates during the launch window.
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