Feb 06, 2019
GSAT-31
India’s telecommunication satellite, GSAT-31 was successfully launched on February 06, 2019 from Kourou launch base, French Guiana by Ariane-5 VA-247.
GSAT-31 is configured on ISRO’s enhanced I-2K Bus, utilising the maximum bus capabilities of this type. This satellite will augment the Ku-band transponder capacity in Geostationary Orbit.
Weighing about 2536 kg, GSAT-31 will provide continuity to operational services on some of the in-orbit satellites. The satellite derives its heritage from ISRO’s earlier INSAT/GSAT satellite series. The satellite provides Indian mainland and island coverage.
The designed in-orbit operational life of GSAT-31 is about 15 years.
प्रमोचन भार / Launch Mass:
2536 kg
मिशन कालावधि / Mission Life :
15 Years
Ariane-5 VA-247
उपग्रह का प्रकार / Type of Satellite:
Communication
निर्माता / Manufacturer:
इसरो / ISRO
स्वामी / Owner:
इसरो / ISRO
अनुप्रयोग / Application:
Communication
कक्षा का प्रकार / Orbit Type:
GTO