TeLEOS-1
PSLV-CA
Antrix Corporation Limited
Rocket Launch Video
Mission
TeLEOS-1
- Type: Earth Science
- Orbit: Low Earth Orbit
- Launch Cost: $16,000,000
At an altitude of 550km and an inclination of 10-15 degrees, TeLEOS 1 will be Singapore’s first commercial near equatorial orbit satellite. The craft was built by ST Electronics and can image the earth at 1 metre resolutions every 12-16 hours. The satellite weighs 400kg, is powered by 4 solar arrays and has a planned lifetime of 5 years.
Location
Satish Dhawan Space Centre First Launch Pad
Satish Dhawan Space Centre, India
Satish Dhawan Space Centre First Launch Pad has witnessed the launch of 63 rockets, including 62 orbital launch attempts. While Satish Dhawan Space Centre, India, has been the site for 103 rocket launches.
Satish Dhawan Space Centre – SDSC (formerly Sriharikota Range – SHAR),[1] is the primary spaceport of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), located in Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh.
Rocket
Indian Space Research Organization PSLV-CA
The PSLV-CA, CA meaning "Core Alone", model premiered on 23 April 2007. The CA model does not include the six strap-on boosters used by the PSLV standard variant. The fourth stage of the CA variant has 400 kg less propellant when compared to its standard version. It currently has capability to launch 1,100 kg to a 622 km Sun synchronous orbit.
Agency
Antrix Corporation Limited
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the PSLV launch scheduled?
The Antrix Corporation Limited PSLV launch carrying the TeLEOS-1 mission was scheduled for:
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Where can I watch the PSLV launch video?
You can watch the Antrix Corporation Limited PSLV launch video on this page. The official video includes full mission coverage with multiple camera angles, onboard views, and expert commentary covering pre-launch procedures, liftoff, stage separation, and payload deployment.
Where did the PSLV launch from?
The Antrix Corporation Limited PSLV rocket launched from Satish Dhawan Space Centre First Launch Pad at Satish Dhawan Space Centre, India. Satish Dhawan Space Centre – SDSC (formerly Sriharikota Range – SHAR),[1] is the primary spaceport of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), located in Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh.
What rocket was used for the TeLEOS-1 mission?
The TeLEOS-1 mission launched aboard a Antrix Corporation Limited PSLV rocket. The PSLV-CA, CA meaning "Core Alone", model premiered on 23 April 2007. The CA model does not include the six strap-on boosters used by the PSLV standard variant. The fourth stage of the CA variant has 400 kg less propellant when compared to its standard version. It currently has capability to launch 1,100 kg to a 622 km Sun synchronous orbit. Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.
What weather conditions could have delayed this launch?
The PSLV 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 launch is delayed?
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