NASA and ISRO to launch NISAR satellite for precise monitoring of Earth's surface changes

indianexpress.com November 12, 2024, 10:01 AM UTC

NASA and ISRO are set to launch the NISAR satellite in early 2025. This satellite will monitor changes in Earth's surface, including land and ice areas, with high precision. NISAR will track surface movements down to fractions of an inch. It will provide data on glaciers, ice sheets, and vegetation changes. The satellite will measure the entire planet's surface every 12 days. It uses advanced radar systems developed by both NASA and ISRO for accurate monitoring.


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