EOS-02 (Microsat-2A) (Demo 1)
SSLV
Indian Space Research Organization
Rocket Launch Videos
Mission
SSLV Demo 1
- Type: Test Flight
- Orbit: Low Earth Orbit
First test flight of Indian SSLV (Small Satellite Launch Vehicle).
Sensor failure and subsequent programming error caused satellites to be injected into 76 x 356 km unstable orbit which they would re-enter quickly.
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 SSLV
Small Satellite Launch Vehicle (or SSLV) is a launch vehicle being developed by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) with payload capacity of 500 kg to Low Earth orbit or 300 kg to Sun synchronous orbit for launching small satellites, with the capability to support multiple orbital drop-offs.
Agency
Indian Space Research Organization
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."
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the Indian Space Research Organization SSLV SSLV Demo 1 launch scheduled?
The Indian Space Research Organization SSLV SSLV Demo 1 launch was scheduled for:
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Where can I watch the Indian Space Research Organization SSLV SSLV Demo 1 launch video?
You can watch the Indian Space Research Organization SSLV 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 Indian Space Research Organization SSLV SSLV Demo 1 mission launch from?
The Indian Space Research Organization SSLV 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 SSLV Demo 1 mission?
The SSLV Demo 1 mission launched aboard a Indian Space Research Organization SSLV rocket. Small Satellite Launch Vehicle (or SSLV) is a launch vehicle being developed by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) with payload capacity of 500 kg to Low Earth orbit or 300 kg to Sun synchronous orbit for launching small satellites, with the capability to support multiple orbital drop-offs. Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.
What weather conditions could have delayed the Indian Space Research Organization SSLV SSLV Demo 1 launch?
The Indian Space Research Organization SSLV SSLV Demo 1 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 Indian Space Research Organization SSLV SSLV Demo 1 launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest Indian Space Research Organization SSLV launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the SSLV Demo 1 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 Indian Space Research Organization live streams provided the most immediate range updates during the launch window.