PSLV-CA (Indian Space Research Organization)
The PSLV-CA is a non-reusable, active launch vehicle manufactured by Indian Space Research Organization (established in 1969). It undertook its inaugural launch on 04/23/2007.
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.
PSLV-CA Specifications
| Variant | CA |
|---|---|
| Length | 44 m |
| Diameter | 2.8 m |
| Stages | 4 |
| Launch Mass | 230 T |
| Takeoff Thrust | 4847 kN |
| LEO Capacity | 3800 kg |
| GTO Capacity | 1200 kg |
| SSO Capacity | 1092 kg |
| Launch Cost | $16,000,000 |
PSLV-CA Launch Record
| Total Launches | 18 |
|---|---|
| Successful Launches | 18 |
| Pending Launches | 1 |
| Consecutive Successful Launches | 18 |
Manufacturer
Chairman: V. Narayanan
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."