Chandrayaan-3 conducted EMI/EMC (Electro - Magnetic Interference/ Electro-Magnetic Compatibility) testing satisfactorily at the U R Rao Satellite Center in Bengaluru, advancing India's lunar mission. The test was carried out between January 31 and February 2, according to information released on Sunday by the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO).
To ensure the functionality of the satellite subsystems in the space environment and their compatibility with the anticipated electromagnetic levels, the EMI-EMC test is carried out for satellite missions.
According to a statement from Isro, this test marks a significant turning point in the development of satellites.
The Propulsion module, Landing module, and Rover module are the three main modules that make up the interplanetary Chandrayaan-3 project. The establishment of radio-frequency (RF) communication links between the modules is necessary given the complexity of the mission, according to Isro.
Launcher compatibility, antenna polarisation for all RF systems, standalone autotests for orbital and powered descent mission phases, and Lander & Rover tests for the post-landing mission phase were all ensured during the EMI/EMC test.
According to Isro, the systems' performance was deemed to be satisfactory.
Chandrayaan-3, a follow-up mission to Chandrayan-2, is a lander-rover configuration that will demonstrate end-to-end capability in safe landing and wandering on the lunar surface.
The precise launch dates, which have not yet been announced by the Indian space agency, are most likely to occur in the second or third quarter of 2023.
The mission's goal is to learn more about the lunar composition. The mission's three major goals have been outlined by Isro, and they are to demonstrate a gentle and safe lunar surface landing, show off the rover's moon wandering skills, and conduct in-situ scientific investigations.
