After the successful Chandrayaan-3 mission, the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) is now gearing up for the launch of a solar mission called ‘Aditya-L1’ to study the Sun on September 2. It will be the first dedicated Indian space mission for observations of the Sun to be launched by ISRO. ISRO eyes Aditya L1 launch.
This project marks the country’s mission. Although this could revolutionize the understanding of the Sun’s dynamics and space weather.
Aditya-L1, named after the Sun’s core, aims to provide unprecedented insights into the Sun’s behavior. Moreover placing itself in a halo orbit around the Lagrange point 1 (L1) of the Sun-Earth system, approximately 1.5 million kilometers from Earth.
This strategic location will enable Aditya-L1 to continuously observe the Sun. Though without being hindered by eclipses or occultation, allowing scientists to study solar activities and their impact on space weather in real time.
The spacecraft is equipped with seven advanced payloads. They designed to scrutinize various layers of the Sun, from the photosphere and chromosphere to the outermost layer, the corona.
These payloads employ electromagnetic, particle and magnetic field detectors. Moreover it will capture data crucial for understanding phenomena. For example coronal heating, coronal mass ejections, solar flares, and more.
One of the most exciting aspects of Aditya-L1’s mission is its ability to directly view the Sun from its unique vantage point at L1.
This will enable four payloads to capture clear observations of the Sun. Although remaining three payloads will conduct in-situ studies of particles and fields at this Lagrange point.