Ashish Ranjan
Chandrayaan-3 has completed EMI/EMC (Electro – Magnetic Interference/ Electro-Magnetic Compatibility) testing at the U R Rao Satellite Centre in Bengaluru. Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) revealed on Sunday that the test was conducted between January 31 and February 2.
WHAT IS EMI-EMC Evaluation?
For satellite missions, the EMI-EMC test is undertaken to ensure the performance of satellite subsystems in the space environment and their compatibility with the anticipated electromagnetic levels.
Isro stated in a statement that this test represents an important milestone in the realisation of the satellites.
Three key modules comprise the interplanetary project Chandrayaan-3: the Propulsion module, the Lander module, and the Rover. The complexity of the operation necessitates creating radio-frequency (RF) communication links between the components, according to Isro.
During the EMI/EMC test, the launcher compatibility, antenna polarisation of all RF systems, standalone auto compatibility tests for the orbital and powered descent mission phases, and Lander & Rover compatibility tests for the post-landing mission phase were verified.
According to the Isro, the performance of the systems was deemed good.
ABOUT CHANDRAYAAN-3
The Chandrayaan-3 mission is a follow-up to the Chandrayaan-2 mission. It comprises of a lander-rover configuration and will demonstrate end-to-end capability in safe landing and wandering on the lunar surface. In spite of the fact that the Indian space agency has not yet provided any information regarding the launch dates, it is quite likely that they will take place in the second or third quarter of 2023. The purpose of the mission is to gain a deeper knowledge of the composition of the Moon. Isro has outlined three primary goals for the mission, which include demonstrating a safe and soft landing on the lunar surface, demonstrating the rover’s capabilities for roving on the moon, and performing in-situ scientific observations.
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These goals will be accomplished by landing the rover on the moon and demonstrating its roving capabilities.
