Prelims – General Science.
Mains – GS III | Awareness in the fields of IT, Space, Computers, robotics, nano technology, bio-technology and issues relating to intellectual property rights.
Why in News?
Parliament's Public Accounts Committee has expressed "dismay" at the avoidable expenditure on the launch of GSAT-18 communication satellite, which had 6 extended C-band transponders for use in 2027.
- It is a high-power satellite being inducted into the INSAT/GSAT system.
- Purpose - It aims to augment and support existing telecommunication, television, Digital Satellite News Gathering (DSNG), and VSAT services in India.
- It is designed to provide continuity of services on operational satellites in C-band, Extended C-band and Ku-bands.
- Mission Life - About 15 years.
- Type of Satellite – Communication.
- Manufacturer – ISRO.
- Orbit Type - GSO (Geosynchronous Orbit).
References
- Business Standard | GSAT-18 communication satellite
- ISRO | GSAT-18
