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ISRO's NVS-02 Satellite Struggles in Elliptical Orbit

2/4/2025

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The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) faces a challenge as its NVS-02 navigation satellite, launched on January 29, is trapped in an elliptical orbit following a thruster failure. With its altitude dwindling, the satellite risks reentering Earth's atmosphere. However, ISRO is actively seeking innovative ways to utilize the satellite despite its predicament.

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Story summary

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) faces a challenge as its NVS-02 navigation satellite, launched on January 29, is trapped in an elliptical orbit following a thruster failure. With its altitude dwindling, the satellite risks reentering Earth's atmosphere. However, ISRO is actively seeking innovative ways to utilize the satellite despite its predicament.