Chandrayaan-3 Lander Detects 'Natural' Moonquake
The Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) on Wednesday announced that the Chandrayaan-3 lander detected the unexpected earthquake on the lunar surface, the event was observed by the Lunar Seismic Activity Instrument (ILSA) payload on the lander, and on 26 August , 2023 It happened.
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The Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) on Wednesday announced that the Chandrayaan-3 lander detected the unexpected earthquake on the lunar surface, the event was observed by the Lunar Seismic Activity Instrument (ILSA) payload on the lander, and on 26 August , 2023 It happened.
Acting as a passive seismic surveyor, ILSA specializes in detecting earthquakes caused by a variety of sources such as collisions, natural earthquakes and man-made inducers. Though small in size, the event is significant as it marks the first instance of a natural lunar seismic event by an Indian spacecraft
The cause of this incident is currently under investigation. ISRO scientists prefer to attribute the small impact to the lunar surface. While ILSA is still in its infancy, ISRO researchers express confidence in its ability to detect more earthquakes in the near future
This achievement stands as a stunning success for the Chandrayaan-3 mission and reaffirms India’s advanced capabilities in space exploration. The mission includes a wide range of scientific instruments, including a rover designed to visit the lunar surface. The upcoming rover launch, expected in the next few weeks, is poised to make history as the first Indian rover to operate on the moon
The Chandrayaan-3 mission is an important symbol for the Indian space programme, symbolizing the tireless work and dedication of the scientists and engineers involved In addition to its immediate achievements, mission underscores the critical importance of space exploration.
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