 "Isro has so far launched missions, with Chandrayaan-1 (pictured) for moon and Mangalyaan-1 for Mars, besides an observatory in space with Astrosat. Photo: Reuters")
To conduct further studies on astronomy and astrophysics, Indian Space Research Organisation (Isro) is planning to launch India’s second AstroSat-2, according to a media report.
Isro had sought proposals from institutions in astronomy for the development of scientific instruments on February 3, reported Times of India.
Through Astrosat, one can conduct studies on astrophysical objects from nearby solar system to distant stars, timing studies of pulsations of hot white dwarfs and active galactic nuclei. This cannot be achieved through space telescopes due to light pollution and disturbances in electromagnetic radiation.
What is an Astrosat?
Astrosat is a one-of-its-kind satellite, which
