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International Conference on Spacecraft Mission Operations Begins in Bengaluru
- 13 Apr 2026
- 2 min read
Why in News?
The 2nd edition of the International Conference on Spacecraft Mission Operations (SMOPS-2026) is being held in April 2026 in Bangalore, India.
Key Points
- Theme: The conference is organised under the theme “Innovative Operations for Smart and Sustainable Space Mission Management – Next Generation.”
- Inauguration: The conference was inaugurated by A. S. Kiran Kumar, former Chairman of Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and former Secretary, Department of Space
- Organised by: The event is jointly organised by Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), Astronautical Society of India (ASI) and International Academy of Astronautics (IAA).
- Objective: The conference aims to discuss advanced spacecraft mission operations, automation, mission design, large satellite constellations, space robotics, cybersecurity, and emerging space technologies to improve the management of space missions.
- ISRO:
- It was established on 15 August 1969.
- Its headquarters are located in Bengaluru, Karnataka.
- It operates under the Department of Space.
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