SSLV (Indian Space Research Organization)
The SSLV is a non-reusable, active launch vehicle manufactured by Indian Space Research Organization (established in 1969). It undertook its inaugural launch on 08/07/2022.
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.
SSLV Specifications
| Length | 34 m |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 2 m |
| Stages | 4 |
| Launch Mass | 120 T |
| LEO Capacity | 500 kg |
| SSO Capacity | 300 kg |
SSLV Launch Record
| Total Launches | 3 |
|---|---|
| Successful Launches | 2 |
| Failed Launches | 1 |
| Pending Launches | 3 |
| Consecutive Successful Launches | 2 |
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."