On December 30, ISRO successfully launched the SpaDeX mission, placing two advanced satellites, SDX01 and SDX02, into orbit. This mission aims to demonstrate the cutting-edge space docking capabilities of India’s space program, marking a significant step forward in autonomous satellite docking technology. By testing these capabilities in orbit, ISRO is paving the way for future space missions, enhancing India’s presence in space exploration.
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Union Minister Jitendra Singh announced on X that the PSLV-C60/SpaDeX mission successfully completed its second satellite docking on Monday. This significant milestone highlights the continued success of the mission, which has been a key achievement for India’s space program. The docking event marks another step forward in the mission’s progress, demonstrating India’s growing capabilities in satellite technology and space exploration. The successful docking opens the door for upcoming experiments and further advancements in space science.
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PSLV-C60 / SPADEX Mission Launches Successfully, Docking and Undocking Completed, New Experiments Scheduled
The PSLV-C60 / SPADEX mission successfully launched on December 30, 2024, marking a major achievement for India’s space program. Following the successful launch, the satellites docked for the first time on January 16, 2025, at 6:20 AM, demonstrating significant progress in satellite technology. After nearly two months, the satellites undocked on March 13, 2025, at 9:20 AM, completing another crucial phase of the mission. Union Minister Jitendra Singh further stated that additional experiments are scheduled to take place over the next two weeks, paving the way for more advancements in space exploration and satellite operations. This mission continues to showcase India’s growing space capabilities and its commitment to innovative space research.
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