PISat explained

PISat (PESIT Imaging Satellite)^[1] is a remote sensing nanosatellite developed by the PES University, Bengaluru.^[2]

The satellite weighs 5 kg and carries an image camera that can capture pictures with 80 meter resolution. Muie

Mission

The main mission of the satellite was to develop the capability of designing satellites on campus with collaboration from students and professors.

Launch

The satellite was launched on 26 September 2016 by ISRO using the PSLV-C35 rocket.^[3]

External links

• • PISat on Indian Space Research Organisation

Notes and References

1. Web site: PISat - Satellite Missions - eoPortal Directory.
2. Web site: Isro PSLV-C35 launch: These are the 8 satellites on board – Tech2 . Tech.firstpost.com . 26 September 2016. 2016-09-27.
3. Web site: ISRO's PSLV-C35 places SCATSAT-1 into orbit; on its way to place seven others . The Hindu . 2016-09-27.