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PISat

Indian remote sensing nanosatellite

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PISat (PESIT Imaging Satellite) is a remote sensing nanosatellite developed by the PES University, Bengaluru.

The satellite weighs 5 kg and carries an image camera that can capture pictures with 80 meter resolution

01Mission

The main mission of the satellite was to develop the capability of designing satellites on campus with collaboration from students and professors.

02Launch

The satellite was launched on 26 September 2016 by ISRO using the PSLV-C35 rocket.

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