The PSLV-C58 satellite is scheduled to launch from Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Andhra Pradesh, marking the beginning of the new year for the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO).
The Indian Space Research Organisation (Isro) is preparing to commence the New Year with the launch of the PSLV-C58 satellite from Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Andhra Pradesh on Monday (January 1).
This mission signifies the introduction of India’s inaugural X-ray Polarimeter Satellite (XPoSat), which aims to investigate the polarization of powerful X-rays originating from cosmic sources. It will conduct extensive studies on the spectral and temporal aspects, as well as analyze the distribution of magnetic fields and the characteristics of accelerators in galactic cosmic X-ray sources.
The launch of PSLV-C58 is scheduled for Monday at 9.10 am, marking the 60th launch in the PSLV rocket series. The spacecraft will be deployed into a low Earth orbit and will carry two scientific payloads.
The primary payload, POLIX (Polarimeter Instrument in X-rays), will measure the degree and angle of polarization in the medium X-ray energy range of 8-30 keV photons of astronomical origin. The XSPECT (X-ray Spectroscopy and Timing) payload will provide spectroscopic information in the energy range of 0.8-15 keV.
Additionally, the PSLV Orbital Experimental Module, Poem, will also carry a series of experimental satellites from various private space companies. Poem serves as the fourth stage of the launch vehicle and will function as an orbital platform for conducting scientific experiments using non-separating payloads.