PISat

PISat flight model after successfully completing all test at ISRO facilities.

PISat (PESIT Imaging Satellite)[1] is a remote sensing nanosatellite developed by the PES University, Bengaluru.[2]

The satellite weighs 5 kg and carries an image camera that can capture pictures with 80 meter resolution. Muie[2]

Mission

The main mission of the satellite was to develop the capability of designing satellites on campus with collaboration from students and professors.[2]

Launch

The satellite was launched on 26 September 2016 by ISRO using the PSLV-C35 rocket.[3]

References

  1. ^ "PISat - Satellite Missions - eoPortal Directory".
  2. ^ a b c "Isro PSLV-C35 launch: These are the 8 satellites on board – Tech2". Tech.firstpost.com. 26 September 2016. Retrieved 2016-09-27.
  3. ^ "ISRO's PSLV-C35 places SCATSAT-1 into orbit; on its way to place seven others". The Hindu. Retrieved 2016-09-27.