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Chandrayaan-3 Mission Live Updates: On August 6, 2023, India’s space agency, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), achieved a major milestone by successfully placing Chandrayaan-3 into lunar orbit.
This remarkable achievement comes after a series of carefully planned maneuvers and precise timings, marking another significant step in India’s space exploration journey.
In this article, we will delve into the chronology of Chandrayaan-3 historic mission, from its launch to the successful lunar orbit insertion, highlighting the key moments that have garnered attention worldwide.
Chandrayaan-3 Successful Launch: On July 14, 2023, at 2:43 PM IST, Chandrayaan-3 embarked on its journey to the Moon from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota. This momentous launch filled the hearts of millions with anticipation and excitement, as India once again set its sights on lunar exploration.
Completing the First Orbit-Raising Maneuver: Just a day after the launch, on July 15, 2023, at 9:00 AM IST, Chandrayaan-3 successfully completed its first orbit-raising maneuver. At that time, the spacecraft was positioned in a 173 km x 100 km orbit, and the maneuver ensured its transition to a 173 km x 173 km orbit, a critical step towards the Moon.
Second and Third Orbit-Raising Maneuvers: Over the next few days, Chandrayaan-3 continued its journey, completing the second and third orbit-raising maneuvers on July 17 and July 22, 2023, respectively. These precise operations positioned the spacecraft in a 41,762 km x 173 km orbit and a 41,603 km x 226 km orbit, bringing it closer to its ultimate lunar destination.
Entering Translunar Trajectory: On August 1, 2023, at 10:00 AM IST, Chandrayaan-3 successfully entered the translunar trajectory. Positioned approximately 288,000 km away from Earth, the spacecraft set its course towards the Moon, marking a significant achievement in the mission’s progress.
Lunar Orbit Insertion: The most critical phase of the mission was the lunar orbit insertion, and on August 5, 2023, at 11:12 PM IST, Chandrayaan-3 achieved this feat with precision. The spacecraft entered the Moon’s orbit, confirming that ISRO’s meticulous planning and execution had been successful.
Chandrayaan-3 Arrival at the Moon
Image Source Twitter ISRO: Chandrayaan-3 has been successfully inserted into the lunar orbit
Speedy Lunar Orbit Injection: On August 6, 2023, at 8:00 AM IST, Chandrayaan-3 speedily moved towards the Moon’s orbit, closing the gap between itself and its lunar destination. This momentous progress brought the spacecraft one step closer to the Moon’s surface.
Successfully Placed into Lunar Orbit: Finally, at 10:32 AM IST on the same day, ISRO proudly announced that Chandrayaan-3 had been successfully placed into lunar orbit. The mission’s success was a testament to the dedication and hard work of the entire team, as well as the technical prowess of India’s space program.
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Chandrayaan-3 Mission: Even closer to the moon’s surface.
Chandrayaan-3's orbit is reduced to 174 km x 1437 km following a manuevre performed today.
The next operation is scheduled for August 14, 2023, between 11:30 and 12:30 Hrs. IST pic.twitter.com/Nx7IXApU44
Here are the latest updates on the Chandrayaan-3 mission as of August 10, 2023, 10:29 IST:
On the launch day, the Lander Imager (LI) Camera captured an image of the moon’s surface. Additionally, a day after the Lunar Orbit Insertion, the Lander Horizontal Velocity Camera (LHVC) took a picture of the lunar landscape. These LI and LHVC cameras were developed by SAC and LEOS, respectively.
Earth as viewed by Lander Imager Camera onboard Chandrayaan-3 on July 14, 2023
The Moon as imaged by the Lander Horizontal Velocity Camera (LHVC) onboard Chandrayaan-3 on Aug 6, 2023
August 9, 2023, 13:30 IST:
Nearing the moon surface even more.
Chandrayaan-3 has adjusted its orbit to 174 km x 1437 km after a maneuver conducted today.
The upcoming maneuver is planned for August 14, 2023, between 11:30 and 12:30 AM IST.
The Vikram lander is now in the final stages of preparation for the soft landing on the lunar surface.
ISRO scientists are conducting a series of tests on the lander to ensure that it is in good working condition.
The soft landing is scheduled for August 23, 2023, at 5:47 PM IST.
ISRO will be broadcasting live coverage of the soft landing on its website and social media channels.
August 8, 2023: ISRO scientists are conducting a series of tests on the Vikram lander in preparation for the soft landing on the lunar surface. The tests are being conducted in the Spacecraft Control Centre (SCC) at ISRO’s headquarters in Bengaluru.
August 7, 2023: ISRO released the first images of the moon captured by Chandrayaan-3. The images show the cratered surface of the moon, and the spacecraft’s trajectory towards the lunar surface.
August 6, 2023
23:00 PM IST: The spacecraft flawlessly executed its scheduled orbit reduction maneuver by firing its engines in a retrograde manner. As a result, it has now been brought closer to the Moon’s surface, with its new orbit measuring approximately 170 km at its nearest point and 4313 km at its farthest point.
10:32 AM IST: Chandrayaan-3 successfully placed into lunar orbit, says ISRO.
9:47 AM IST: Lunar Orbit Injection timing.
8:44 AM IST: Chandrayaan-3 speedily moves toward Moon’s orbit.
8:00 AM IST: ISRO recorded a key move on 1 August.
7:55 AM IST: Chandrayaan 3 spacecraft moves farther and farther away from Earth.
7:39 AM IST: Spacecraft to enter Moon’s orbit today.
10:32 PM IST: ISRO announces that Chandrayaan-3 has entered lunar orbit.
10:00 PM IST: Chandrayaan-3 is expected to enter lunar orbit within the next few hours.
9:00 PM IST: Chandrayaan-3 is currently in a translunar trajectory, and is expected to enter lunar orbit around 10:30 PM IST.
8:00 PM IST: Chandrayaan-3 is currently about 384,400 km away from Earth, and is expected to reach lunar orbit around 10:30 PM IST.
August 1, 2023
10:00 AM IST: Chandrayaan-3 successfully enters translunar trajectory.
9:00 AM IST: Chandrayaan-3 is currently about 288,000 km away from Earth, and is expected to enter translunar trajectory around 10:00 AM IST.
8:00 AM IST: Chandrayaan-3 is currently about 233,000 km away from Earth, and is expected to reach translunar trajectory around 9:00 AM IST.
July 22, 2023
10:00 AM IST: Chandrayaan-3 successfully completes fourth orbit-raising maneuver.
9:00 AM IST: Chandrayaan-3 is currently in a 71,351 km x 233 km orbit, and is expected to complete its fourth orbit-raising maneuver around 10:00 AM IST.
8:00 AM IST: Chandrayaan-3 is currently in a 41,603 km x 226 km orbit, and is expected to reach a 71,351 km x 233 km orbit around 9:00 AM IST.
July 17, 2023
10:00 AM IST: Chandrayaan-3 successfully completes second orbit-raising maneuver.
9:00 AM IST: Chandrayaan-3 is currently in a 41,762 km x 173 km orbit, and is expected to complete its second orbit-raising maneuver around 10:00 AM IST.
8:00 AM IST: Chandrayaan-3 is currently in a 38,525 km x 173 km orbit, and is expected to reach a 41,762 km x 173 km orbit around 9:00 AM IST.
July 15, 2023
10:00 AM IST: Chandrayaan-3 successfully completes first orbit-raising maneuver.
9:00 AM IST: Chandrayaan-3 is currently in a 173 km x 173 km orbit, and is expected to complete its first orbit-raising maneuver around 10:00 AM IST.
8:00 AM IST: Chandrayaan-3 is currently in a 173 km x 100 km orbit, and is expected to reach a 173 km x 173 km orbit around 9:00 AM IST.
July 14, 2023
2:43 PM IST: Chandrayaan-3 successfully launched from Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota.
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Chandrayaan-3 successful insertion into lunar orbit marks a significant achievement for India’s space exploration efforts. The mission’s timeline, meticulously planned maneuvers, and precise timings have garnered global admiration and respect. This triumph is a testament to India’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of space exploration and scientific research.
As we continue to look to the stars, let Chandrayaan-3 journey inspire future generations to dream big and explore the unknown.
FAQs
When did Chandrayaan-3 launch?
Chandrayaan-3 was launched on July 14, 2023, from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota.
How many orbit-raising maneuvers did Chandrayaan-3 perform?
Chandrayaan-3 completed a total of four orbit-raising maneuvers during its journey.
What is the significance of lunar orbit insertion?
Lunar orbit insertion is a critical phase of the mission, as it determines whether the spacecraft successfully enters the Moon’s orbit.