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#20
by
vineethgk
on 07 Oct, 2014 10:27
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#21
by
vyoma
on 08 Oct, 2014 03:02
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#22
by
seshagirib
on 08 Oct, 2014 06:04
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^Since they plan to open the heat shield to fix the issue, the problem is for sure in the LV or S/C and is definitely not in the ground infrastructure.
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#23
by
input~2
on 09 Oct, 2014 09:07
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New launch time: October 15 at 2002UTC
ISRO @isro ·
Based on the mission requirements, the launch window for PSLV C26/IRNSS 1C is 01:32 AM to 01:47 AM (IST) on 16/10/14.
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#24
by
Websorber
on 10 Oct, 2014 13:40
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FYI
Nozzle End Segment of the first stage of PSLV C26 photographed along with the launch pedestal
Source:@ISRO
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#25
by
antriksh
on 12 Oct, 2014 14:50
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ISRO @isro
LaunchAuthorizationBoard has authorized the launch of PSLV C26/IRNSS 1C & the countdown is all set to commence tomorrow morning@06:32AM(IST)
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#26
by
sanman
on 12 Oct, 2014 15:19
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#27
by
worldtimedate
on 12 Oct, 2014 21:25
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http://www.financialexpress.com/news/isro-to-launch-navigation-satellite-irnss-1c-countdown-begins-tomorrow/1297678?rhnews
I think it's great that another IRNSS satellite will go into orbit with this launch. But as a space fan, I just want this launch out of the way so that the main focus will return to the upcoming GSLV Mk3 launch. I'm really fed up of waiting on all the launch postponements for Mk3.
This is my feeling too. In spite of the PSLV being established as reliable and workhorse Launch Vehicle, ISRO should focus on complete the development and operationalization of GSLV MK3 as soon as possible. I have been crying foul over this matter in the last 5 years since G. Madhavan Nair who retired as ISRO chief was quoted as saying that it is the domain of the launch vehicles where India is lagging behind China and the widening gap could be reduced once the GSLV MK3 development and operationalization is complete. But that did not happen.
Otherwise until GSLV MK3 fructifies, ISRO will further fall by the wayside as far as the launching of the Heavy Satellites are concerned.
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#28
by
Ohsin
on 13 Oct, 2014 01:23
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The 67 hour countdown for the launch of PSLV C26 with IRNSS 1C has just begun
ISRO Tweet
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#29
by
vineethgk
on 13 Oct, 2014 04:28
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As per latest update, MMH propellant loading for PS4 has started
Source
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#30
by
vineethgk
on 13 Oct, 2014 04:41
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http://www.financialexpress.com/news/isro-to-launch-navigation-satellite-irnss-1c-countdown-begins-tomorrow/1297678?rhnews
I think it's great that another IRNSS satellite will go into orbit with this launch. But as a space fan, I just want this launch out of the way so that the main focus will return to the upcoming GSLV Mk3 launch. I'm really fed up of waiting on all the launch postponements for Mk3.
This is my feeling too. In spite of the PSLV being established as reliable and workhorse Launch Vehicle, ISRO should focus on complete the development and operationalization of GSLV MK3 as soon as possible. I have been crying foul over this matter in the last 5 years since G. Madhavan Nair who retired as ISRO chief was quoted as saying that it is the domain of the launch vehicles where India is lagging behind China and the widening gap could be reduced once the GSLV MK3 development and operationalization is complete. But that did not happen.
Otherwise until GSLV MK3 fructifies, ISRO will further fall by the wayside as far as the launching of the Heavy Satellites are concerned.
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In a different perspective, it may not really matter much if the GSLV-III-X flight is conducted this year or early next, unless there are chances of major flaws with the lower stage design. The C-25 upper stage has got another 2 years at the minimum before it gets ready. On the other hand, the apparent urgency seen in getting IRNSS up and running indicates that the Govt considers an independent navigation satellite system as of utmost priority for the Indian military. Just my thoughts..
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#31
by
vineethgk
on 13 Oct, 2014 08:15
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Mono-Methyl Hydrazine (MMH) Propellant filling operation of Fourth Stage (PS4) of PSLV-C26 is completed.
Propellant (MMH) filling of Reaction Control Thrusters (RCT) of First Stage (PS1) is completed.
Source
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#32
by
vineethgk
on 15 Oct, 2014 06:24
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Nitrogen Tetroxide (N2O4) Propellant filling operation of Second Stage (PS2) is completed.
Mobile Service Tower (MST) withdrawal upto 50 m is completed.
Source
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#33
by
Satori
on 15 Oct, 2014 10:48
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Moved for live converage!
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#34
by
vyoma
on 15 Oct, 2014 13:10
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#35
by
input~2
on 15 Oct, 2014 13:36
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#36
by
Chris Bergin
on 15 Oct, 2014 17:01
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Anyone got a good sized image of this rocket on the pad?
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#37
by
Galactic Penguin SST
on 15 Oct, 2014 17:08
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Anyone got a good sized image of this rocket on the pad?
ISRO hasn't released that on the website yet - they usually does before launch so check back when the EVA ends.
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#38
by
ss1_3
on 15 Oct, 2014 17:21
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Anyone got a good sized image of this rocket on the pad?
This one is from the
ISRO FB page.
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#39
by
Chris Bergin
on 15 Oct, 2014 18:04
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