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News: ISRO is planning to launch Indian Data Relay Satellite System
Facts:
About Indian Data Relay Satellite System
- It is a set of satellites that will track, send and receive information from other Indian satellites
Significance:
- track and be constantly in touch with Indian satellites, particularly those in low-earth orbits
- useful in monitoring launches
- Help crew of Gaganyaan to maintain contact with mission control throughout
Additional Information
Other such satellite systems
1. TDRS (Tracking & Data Relay Satellites): USA
2. Satellite Data Relay Network: Russia
3. European Data Relay System: Europe
4. Tianlian II series: ChinaGaganyaan Mission: It is India’s first Human Space Flight Programme to be launched by Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) by 2022.
