Isro to launch Proba-3 mission for groundbreaking solar study from India

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The Indian Space Research Organisation (Isro) will launch the European Space Agency's Proba-3 satellites from Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh. This mission, delayed from December 4 due to an anomaly, aims to study the Sun's corona by creating an artificial eclipse. Proba-3 consists of two satellites that will work together to mimic a solar eclipse, allowing for extended observation of the corona. This mission is expected to provide around 50 artificial eclipses per year, each lasting six hours, significantly increasing study time. The collaboration highlights India's growing space capabilities and cost-effective launch services. Indian scientists may gain exclusive access to the data, fostering research opportunities between Isro and the European Space Agency.


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