ISRO successfully guided the PSLV Orbital Experimental Module (POEM-4) to a safe re-entry into Earth’s atmosphere, marking a significant milestone in space debris mitigation.
1. Mission Overview:
POEM-4 was the upper stage of the PSLV-C60 rocket, launched on December 30, 2024, as part of the Space Docking Experiment (SpaDeX) mission.
It carried and deployed twin SpaDeX satellites into a 475 km orbithttps://www.iasjnana.com/.
2. Re-entry Details:
After completing its mission, POEM-4 was maneuvered into a lower orbit of 350 km altitude with a 55.2° inclination.
3. Payloads and Contributions:
During its operational life, POEM-4 hosted 24 payloads, including 14 from ISRO and 10 from non-governmental entities.
These payloads provided valuable scientific data, including experiments in astrobiology and space debris retrievalhttps://www.iasjnana.com/.
4. Significance:
This mission is part of ISRO’s Debris-Free Space Mission (DFSM), showcasing its commitment to sustainable space operations.
The controlled re-entry reduces the risk of space debris, a growing concern for global space agencieshttps://www.iasjnana.com/.
