Science & Technology
GSAT-31 launched by ISRO
- 06 Feb 2019
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Indian Space and Research Organisation (ISRO) has launched GSAT-31 onboard Ariane 5 rocket from French Guiana in South America.
- GSAT-31 is India’s 40th communication satellite
About GSAT-31
- Weight: 2,536 kg
- Payload: Ku-Band Transponders
- Coverage Area: India Mainland and Island
- Mission Life: 15 Years
- Orbit: Geostationary Orbit
Significance
- The GSAT 31 will replace the satellites INSAT-4CR and INSAT-4A which are going to expire soon and will help in maintaining continuity of services currently provided by these satellites.
- The satellite will provide connectivity to very small aperture terminals (VSAT) for ATM, stock exchange, e-governance applications, and Direct-to-Home (DTH) services.
- It will also provide telecommunication applications for bulk data transfer for a host of applications, emergency communications, disaster management support.
