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ResourceSat-2 is an Earth observation satellite launched by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) in 2011. Designed as a follow-on mission to ResourceSat-1, it carries three advanced optical sensors: LISS-3, LISS-4, and AWiFS. These instruments capture multispectral imagery at various resolutions to support global agricultural monitoring, vegetation mapping, and natural resource management. The satellite operates in a sun-synchronous polar orbit to provide consistent lighting conditions for its high-resolution imaging tasks.
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ResourceSat-2 ranks #118 of 187 in the Satellite ranking, behind RapidEye (constellation), ahead of SPOT-6.
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What instruments does the ResourceSat-2 satellite carry?
Designed by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), ResourceSat-2 carries three advanced optical sensors. These instruments are known as LISS-3, LISS-4, and the Advanced Wide Field Sensor (AWiFS).
When was ResourceSat-2 launched?
ResourceSat-2 was successfully launched into orbit in 2011 by the Indian Space Research Organisation. It was deployed using the trusted Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV).
What is the purpose of the ResourceSat-2 mission?
As a follow-on mission to ResourceSat-1, it is designed to capture multispectral images of the Earth. These images provide vital data for agricultural monitoring, water resource management, and disaster mapping.
Is ResourceSat-2 still operational?
Although it was originally designed for a five-year lifespan, ISRO's Earth observation satellites often exceed their projected operational timelines. ResourceSat-2 continued to provide multispectral data to global agencies well into the late 2010s.
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