Mangalyaan-2: After the success of Chandrayaan, ISRO’s new plan, big update on Mangalyaan-2

Mars Mission: Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) is once again preparing to reach Mars and will soon send the second spacecraft Mangalyaan-2 to Mars.

After the success of Chandrayaan-3, the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) is gearing up for another mission to Mars. ISRO plans to launch Mangalyaan-2, its second Mars mission, in the near future. Notably, nine years ago, in 2014, ISRO created history by reaching Mars in its maiden attempt with the Mars mission.

What things will Mangalyaan-2 discover?

According to a Hindustan Times report, Mars Orbiter Mission-2, also known as Mangalyaan-2, will be equipped with four scientific instruments to explore Mars. Mission objectives include investigating interplanetary dust, the Martian atmosphere, and environmental conditions on the planet. Mars Orbit-2’s payload included the Mars Orbit Dust Experiment (MODEX), a Radio Occultation (RO) experiment, an Energetic Ion Spectrometer (EIS), and a Langmuir Probe and Electric Field Experiment (LPEX).

MODEX will help understand the origin, abundance, distribution and flow of dust at high altitudes on Mars. The RO experiment, designed to measure neutral and electron density profiles, involves a microwave transmitter operating at X-band frequencies, which will provide insight into the behavior of the Martian atmosphere.

To investigate atmospheric damage on Mars, ISRO is preparing an EIS to analyze solar energy particles and super-thermal solar wind particles in the Martian atmosphere. LPEX will measure electron number density, electron temperature and electric field waves, providing a comprehensive view of the Martian plasma environment.

Mangalyaan 2 aims to capture unprecedented images of Mars. According to reports, the currently under development Mars-2 rover will measure electron temperature and electric field waves. Equipped with a Langmuir probe (LP) and two electronic sensors (EC), it will improve our understanding of the Martian plasma atmosphere.

The Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) is gearing up for a landmark mission called Mangalyaan-2, which aims to land a rover and helicopter on Mars. This ambitious mission aims to elevate India to the ranks of the US and China in interplanetary exploration. The project was recently unveiled at the Space Applications Center on National Technology Day.

Mangalyaan-2 Launch: India aims to become the third country to land on Mars

A grand entrance to Mars

The Mars-2 rover will use an advanced sky crane system to land on Mars, avoiding traditional methods like airbags and ramps. Inspired by NASA’s Perseverance rover, this sky crane technique ensures a safe and precise touchdown on challenging Martian terrain. A critical component for conducting landings through the Martian atmosphere will be a supersonic parachute currently under development.

Fly to Mars with a special helicopter

One of the most exciting features of the mission is the helicopter designed to navigate the thin atmosphere of Mars. The rotorcraft, a marvel of engineering, will carry scientific instruments including “MarBLE” (Mars Boundary Layer Explorer) to study the Martian atmosphere during a 100-meter flight. The helicopter promises to provide unprecedented aerial exploration and valuable scientific data from Mars.

Ensuring connection with a relay satellite

To maintain continuous communication with the rover and helicopter, ISRO plans to launch a relay communication satellite before the main mission. This satellite will act as a vital link between Mars and Earth, ensuring a continuous flow of information and mission control. This will be crucial to the success of the mission, facilitating seamless communication with the Martian surface.

Powered by Launch Vehicle Mark-III (LVM3).

Mangalyaan-2 will be launched using ISRO’s most powerful rocket launch vehicle Mark-III (LVM3). This heavy-lift rocket is designed to launch a mission to Mars, demonstrating India’s advanced capabilities in space technology. LVM3’s robust design and powerful engines will be essential to ensure the mission reaches its destination.

India’s Growing Space Capability

In 2013, India became the first Asian country to reach Mars orbit in its maiden attempt with the Mars mission. Recent ambitious missions to the Moon and Mars have placed India among the world’s leading spacefaring nations.

The future of Indian space exploration

Mangalyaan-2 represents a significant milestone in ISRO’s journey, underscoring the organization’s growing prowess and ambitions in space exploration. The mission aims not only to collect valuable scientific data but also to lay the foundation for future exploration of Mars. As India pushes the boundaries of space technology, the world looks forward to its next achievement.

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