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Europe to provide ground tracking support for Isro's Gaganyaan Mission


Published on 2024-12-06 02:32:38 - India Today
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  • ISRO and ESA share a history of successful collaborations on various space missions, and the signing of this TIP further strengthens their commitment to advancing space exploration together.

The European Space Agency (ESA) has agreed to provide ground tracking support for India's Gaganyaan mission, marking a significant collaboration between ISRO and ESA. This support includes the use of ESA's global network of ground stations for tracking, telemetry, and command operations during the mission. The Gaganyaan mission, aimed at sending Indian astronauts into space, will benefit from ESA's expertise and infrastructure, enhancing the mission's safety and success. This partnership not only strengthens the ties between the two space agencies but also underscores the global cooperation in space exploration. The agreement was highlighted during a recent meeting between ISRO Chairman S Somanath and ESA Director General Josef Aschbacher, where they discussed further areas of mutual interest and cooperation.

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