Agnirva Space Premier League - Expedition #31735: Small Satellite, Big Launch: Testing Nanosatellite Deployment from the ISS

Sending a satellite into space usually requires a rocket launch, but what if you could just step outside your orbital lab and let it go? That’s the concept behind this unique Russian experiment.

Led by A. Selivanov from Russian Space Systems, the mission focused on preparing and launching a nanosatellite directly from the Russian segment of the ISS. Nanosatellites—often no bigger than a shoebox—can perform essential functions like Earth imaging, space weather monitoring, or communications tests.

During Expedition 10, the nanosatellite was carefully readied and deployed from the ISS. This method offers a cost-effective way to test satellite technology in orbit without needing a dedicated launch vehicle. It also allows for rapid deployment of experiments, making space more accessible for researchers and students alike.

The project highlights how the ISS serves not just as a lab, but also as a platform for technology demonstration—expanding the possibilities of space operations.

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