India's Future Space Station: Bharatiya Antariksh Station
1. What is the Bharatiya Antariksh Station?
• Bharatiya Antariksh Station (BAS) is India’s planned space station, which ISRO aims to establish by 2035. The station will be assembled in phases, with its architecture including multiple modules necessary for long-term space operations.
2. How will the Bharatiya Antariksh Station be assembled?
• The assembly of BAS will occur in a phased manner, involving the launch and integration of various modules over time. ISRO is currently working on the conceptualization of these modules and the overall configuration of the space station.
3. Has the Indian government allocated any funds for BAS?
• As of now, the Indian government has not allocated specific funds for BAS. Funding will be considered and likely allocated following the completion of feasibility studies and the formal approval of the project proposal.
4. What are the objectives of establishing the Bharatiya Antariksh Station?
• The objectives of BAS include advancing India’s capabilities in space technology, conducting scientific research in microgravity, testing new space technologies, and potentially facilitating future manned missions to other celestial bodies.
5. What other space exploration missions does ISRO have planned around the same timeline as BAS?
• Alongside the development of BAS, ISRO is conceptualizing further lunar exploration missions, which include orbiters, landers, rovers, and potentially a lunar sample return mission. Discussions are also underway regarding the feasibility of human landings on the Moon.
These FAQs provide a snapshot of the ambitious plans for India’s space exploration efforts leading up to and beyond the establishment of the Bharatiya Antariksh Station.
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