Syllabus: GS-III
Subject: Science and Technology
Topic: Space Technology
Issue: INSAT series satellites
Context: the launch of INSAT-3DS.
| INSAT-3DS:
● It is an exclusive meteorological satellite for enhanced meteorological observations and monitoring of land and ocean surfaces for weather forecasting and disaster warning. ● It provides continuity of services to the existing in-orbit INSAT-3D and 3DR satellites with enhanced capabilities. Indian National Satellite System(INSAT) series ● It is a series of multipurpose geostationary satellites launched by ISRO to satisfy telecommunications, broadcasting, meteorology, and search and rescue operations. ● It enabled the rapid expansion of TV and modern telecommunication facilities to even the remote areas and off-shore islands. |
