IRNSS-1A – India has launched its first navigation satellite

IRNSS-1A launched midnight Monday

Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota has illuminated once again last night to project a remarkable satellite IRNSS-1A from India. It is a first dedicated navigation satellite using the Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle which India has launched on Monday night.

Why IRNSS-1A is important?

IRNSS-1A – Indian Regional Navigation Satellite System -  (satellite) will provide terrestrial, aerial and marine navigation services in the situation of disaster like Rishikesh tragedy, Tsunami etc. and will also be help full in fleet management.

Two types of services IRNSS will provide:

• Standard positioning service and restricted service.
1. The former is provided to all users and
2. The later is an encrypted service for authorized users.

According to ISRO officials – IRNSS-1A will be able to provide accurate positioning information services within the country and upto 1,500 km periphery of India. The satellite has life span of 10 years which is one of the seven satellites of IRNSS space segment – a specialized regional navigational system developed by India.

Source – Nasa Space Flight

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