LAUNCH MISSION
ISRO PSLV XL IRNSS-1B
Launch Pad
Satish Dhawan Space Centre First Launch Pad
Description
IRNSS-1B is the second out of seven in the Indian Regional Navigational Satellite System (IRNSS) series of satellites after IRNSS-1A. The satellite is one among the seven of the IRNSS constellation of satellites slated to provide navigational services to the region. The satellite operates in geosynchronous orbit.
PSLV XL
Rocket Description
PSLV-XL is the upgraded version of Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle in its standard configuration boosted by more powerful, stretched strap-on boosters with 12 tonne propellant load. Weighing 320t at lift-off, the vehicle uses larger strap-on motors (PSOM-XL or S12) to achieve higher payload capability. On 29 December 2005, ISRO successfully tested the improved version of strap-on booster for the PSLV. The first use of PSLV-XL was the launch of Chandrayaan-1 by PSLV C11. The payload capability for this variant is 1,800 kg to SSO.