What are the technological advancements made by Indian Space Research Organization(ISRO) in the last decade and their significance
Explain the significant technological advances made by ISRO in the last decade, such as reusable launch vehicles, GPS aided GEO augmented navigation, Chandrayaan-2 mission, and its benefits for Indian economy and national security
- Reusable Launch Vehicles: ISRO has developed reusable launch vehicles such as the Reusable Launch Vehicle – Technology Demonstrator (RLV-TD) which helps in reducing the cost of space missions.
- GPS Aided GEO Augmented Navigation: ISRO has developed a regional navigation system called “Indian Regional Navigation Satellite System (IRNSS)” to aid navigation in Indian airspace and has recently launched IRNSS-1I satellite.
- Chandrayaan-2 Mission: It is a lunar exploration mission that aims to study the moon's surface and its mineral composition. It will help to enrich our knowledge of the moon's origin and evolution while also demonstrating India's technological capabilities.
- Benefits for Indian Economy and National Security: ISRO's technological advances have contributed significantly to India's economy and national security. They have helped in the development of technologies such as remote sensing, communication, and meteorology, which are important for sustainable development, disaster management, and defense.
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