LAUNCH CENTER

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Fri Jan 12 2018
Indian Space Research Organization

Cartosat-2F (Cartosat-2S4)

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(3:59 AM UTC)

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(3:59 AM UTC)

Launch Window End

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(3:59 AM UTC)

RECOVERY OVERVIEW

Location

No Recovery Specified

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Rocket Details

Name:

PSLV XL

Description:

PSLV-XL is the upgraded version of Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle in its standard configuration boosted by more powerful, stretched strap-on boosters with 12 tonne propellant load. Weighing 320t at lift-off, the vehicle uses larger strap-on motors (PSOM-XL or S12) to achieve higher payload capability. On 29 December 2005, ISRO successfully tested the improved version of strap-on booster for the PSLV. The first use of PSLV-XL was the launch of Chandrayaan-1 by PSLV C11. The payload capability for this variant is 1,800 kg to SSO.

PSLV XL rocket
MISSION OVERVIEW
  • Type: Earth Science
  • Cartosat-2F is eighth of Cartosat series of Earth observation satellites to be deployed in a sun-synchronous orbit. Its main purpose is to collect high resolution large-scale maps which will be used for urban planning, infrastructure development, utilities planning and traffic management.
COMPLEX OVERVIEW

Location

Sriharikota, Republic of India

Pad

Satish Dhawan Space Centre First Launch Pad