The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has released fresh images of the moon, taken by the Vikram Lander Imager Camera, showcasing the moments leading up to Chandrayaan-3’s historic touchdown.
A recently revealed video captures the moon’s view through the Lander Imager Camera during the Vikram Lander Module’s power descent on a Wednesday. This video offers a glimpse of the moments just before the soft landing.
Key Events
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| August 24, 2023 | ISRO reveals new moon images from Vikram Lander Imager Camera. |
| August 24, 2023 | Chandrayaan-3’s Lander Module successfully touches down on the lunar surface. |
| August 24, 2023 | Rover descends from the lander, marking India’s steps on the moon. |
India made history as ISRO’s Chandrayaan-3 Lander Module (LM) achieved a successful landing on the moon’s surface. This accomplishment establishes India as the fourth country to achieve this feat and the first to reach the unexplored south pole of the moon.
The LM, composed of the lander (Vikram) and the rover (Pragyan), executed a soft landing near the Moon’s southern polar region on a recent evening.
In a recent update, ISRO announced the successful descent of the rover from the lander, symbolizing India’s moonwalk achievement. The Chandrayaan-3 Rover’s journey is now underway, managed by MOX (Mission Operations Complex) and ISTRAC (ISRO Telemetry, Tracking, and Command Network).
This achievement showcases India’s advancements in space exploration and opens doors to scientific discoveries during the Chandrayaan-3 Rover’s lunar exploration.
Stay tuned for further updates as ISRO continues its mission to uncover the moon’s mysteries.