New Delhi : In a significant advancement for India’s space capabilities, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully executed the docking of two satellites in space on Thursday, thereby alleviating the uncertainties caused by previous delays. This achievement positions India as the fourth nation globally, following the United States, Russia, and China, to master this complex technology. In-space docking is a critical component for missions that necessitate multiple rocket launches to fulfill shared objectives. This successful experiment is pivotal for the seamless execution of India’s ambitious future endeavors, which include the Chandrayaan-4 lunar mission, the Gaganyaan crewed spaceflight, the establishment of a national space station, and the goal of landing an astronaut on the moon. Furthermore, the Indian government had previously declared its intention to develop the “Bharatiya Antariksh Station,” a space station expected to be operational by 2035. ISRO celebrated this milestone with a post on X, stating, “Spacecraft docking successfully completed! A historic moment.” The organization detailed the docking process, noting that the maneuver from a distance of 15 meters to a 3-meter hold point was executed flawlessly. The initiation of docking was carried out with precision, resulting in the successful capture of the spacecraft. Following this, the retraction phase was completed smoothly, and the subsequent rigidization ensured stability. The post concluded with the affirmation that the docking operation had been successfully accomplished, marking a pivotal moment in India’s space exploration journey.
ISRO successfully docked two satellites in space, marking a significant achievement for India
