KL Deemed to be University launched its first satellite, KLSAT, from its Green Fields campus in Vijayawada on September 27, 2023. This miniature satellite, 1U CubeSat equipped with atmospheric sensors, reached an altitude of 28 kilometers, gathering valuable data for research purposes, as per the press release.
During the landing process, it deployed its parachute to control the satellite’s velocity and as expected safely landed within an approximately 80 kilometer radius. At 10:30 AM, signals from the satellite were tracked near Vutukuru, it added.
The KLSAT project is aimed at advancing the understanding of atmospheric measurement technology in a given specific areas. It employs a complex system of interconnected components that work seamlessly together to capture and transmit crucial data, contributing to pioneering scientific research on Earth’s atmosphere.
“I am profoundly delighted to witness the successful launch of KL SAT, a testament to the relentless pursuit of knowledge and innovation that defines KL Deemed to be University. This achievement signifies not only a significant milestone in the field of atmospheric measurement technology but also a giant leap forward for our institution,” Koneru Satyanarayana, president, KL Deemed to be University, said.
K. Sarat Kumar, professor, director, Research and Development, PR, served as the KLSAT mission director and chief of operations, while K Ch Kavya, professor, director, assumed the role of chief technology officer. 22 B.Tech students from Electronics and Communication and Mechanical Engineering courses dedicated 6 months to software coding, hardware integration, assembly, testing and the final module.