Q. With reference to the Space Docking Experiment (SpaDeX) Mission, consider the following statements:
1.It aims to demonstrate in-space docking technology.
2.Orbiter and Lander are the names given to the two spacecraft in the SpaDeX mission.
3.Chandrayaan-4 mission will benefit from SpaDeX Mission.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Answer: C
Notes:
Explanations –
Statements 1 and 3 are correct. The Space Docking Experiment (SpaDeX) is a groundbreaking mission by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) that aims to demonstrate in-space docking technology, a critical capability for future space exploration and human spaceflight missions. Chandrayaan-4, a lunar sample-return mission, will directly benefit from the SpaDeX mission as it relies on in-orbit docking technology being tested in SpaDeX.
Statement 2 is incorrect. The two spacecraft in the SpaDeX mission are named “Chaser” (SDX01) and “Target” (SDX02).
Source: The Hindu
