Starberry Sense Payload launched by ISRO

• The Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) launched a low-cost star sensor called StarBerrySense on board its Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV) C-55 rocket on April 22, 2023. Developed by the Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA), StarBerrySense’s primary objective is to image the field of view, identify stars, and calculate the spacecraft’s pointing direction.
• The StarBerrySense sensor calculates the pointing direction by identifying the stars in its field of view. The sensor captures images of the stars and uses them to determine the spacecraft’s attitude and orientation. This information is crucial for controlling the spacecraft’s movement and keeping it on the right path.
• The PSLV Orbital Experimental Module (POEM) is a platform for carrying out scientific experiments in space. It provides a stable platform for scientific instruments and payloads, including StarBerrySense. POEM’s primary purpose is to enable scientific experiments that require a stable and controlled environment in space.

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