ISRO's Space Failures and Lessons Learned

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Which ISRO satellite failed to achieve its intended orbit due to a software glitch?

  1. INSAT-2E

  2. GSAT-5P

  3. Chandrayaan-1

  4. Mangalyaan


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

INSAT-2E failed to achieve its intended orbit due to a software glitch in the onboard computer, resulting in the loss of the satellite.

What was the primary cause of the failure of the GSLV Mk.III's first developmental flight?

  1. Engine failure

  2. Payload fairing failure

  3. Guidance and control system failure

  4. Cryogenic stage failure


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The primary cause of the failure of the GSLV Mk.III's first developmental flight was the failure of the cryogenic stage, leading to the loss of the satellite.

Which ISRO satellite experienced a power failure during its mission, resulting in the loss of communication?

  1. INSAT-4B

  2. GSAT-12

  3. IRNSS-1H

  4. Cartosat-2C


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

INSAT-4B experienced a power failure during its mission, resulting in the loss of communication and the inability to control the satellite.

What was the main reason behind the failure of the PSLV C39 mission, carrying the IRNSS-1H satellite?

  1. Payload fairing failure

  2. Guidance and control system failure

  3. Engine failure

  4. Cryogenic stage failure


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The main reason behind the failure of the PSLV C39 mission was the failure of the payload fairing to separate properly, resulting in the loss of the satellite.

Which ISRO satellite failed to achieve its intended orbit due to a human error during the launch preparation?

  1. GSAT-5P

  2. INSAT-4CR

  3. Cartosat-2D

  4. PSLV-C40


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

GSAT-5P failed to achieve its intended orbit due to a human error during the launch preparation, resulting in the loss of the satellite.

What was the primary cause of the failure of the PSLV C37 mission, carrying the IRNSS-1G satellite?

  1. Engine failure

  2. Payload fairing failure

  3. Guidance and control system failure

  4. Cryogenic stage failure


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The primary cause of the failure of the PSLV C37 mission was the failure of one of the strap-on boosters, resulting in the loss of the satellite.

Which ISRO satellite failed to achieve its intended orbit due to a problem with the heat shield during re-entry?

  1. Chandrayaan-1

  2. Mangalyaan

  3. IRNSS-1H

  4. Cartosat-2C


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Chandrayaan-1 failed to achieve its intended orbit due to a problem with the heat shield during re-entry, resulting in the loss of the satellite.

What was the main reason behind the failure of the PSLV C42 mission, carrying the Cartosat-2F satellite?

  1. Payload fairing failure

  2. Guidance and control system failure

  3. Engine failure

  4. Cryogenic stage failure


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The main reason behind the failure of the PSLV C42 mission was the failure of the payload fairing to separate properly, resulting in the loss of the satellite.

Which ISRO satellite failed to achieve its intended orbit due to a problem with the propulsion system?

  1. GSAT-12

  2. IRNSS-1H

  3. Cartosat-2C

  4. PSLV-C40


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

GSAT-12 failed to achieve its intended orbit due to a problem with the propulsion system, resulting in the loss of the satellite.

What was the primary cause of the failure of the PSLV C38 mission, carrying the IRNSS-1F satellite?

  1. Engine failure

  2. Payload fairing failure

  3. Guidance and control system failure

  4. Cryogenic stage failure


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The primary cause of the failure of the PSLV C38 mission was the failure of one of the strap-on boosters, resulting in the loss of the satellite.

Which ISRO satellite failed to achieve its intended orbit due to a problem with the telemetry system?

  1. INSAT-4B

  2. GSAT-5P

  3. Chandrayaan-1

  4. Mangalyaan


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

INSAT-4B failed to achieve its intended orbit due to a problem with the telemetry system, resulting in the loss of communication and the inability to control the satellite.

What was the main reason behind the failure of the PSLV C41 mission, carrying the Cartosat-2E satellite?

  1. Payload fairing failure

  2. Guidance and control system failure

  3. Engine failure

  4. Cryogenic stage failure


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The main reason behind the failure of the PSLV C41 mission was the failure of the payload fairing to separate properly, resulting in the loss of the satellite.

Which ISRO satellite failed to achieve its intended orbit due to a problem with the attitude control system?

  1. GSAT-12

  2. IRNSS-1H

  3. Cartosat-2C

  4. PSLV-C40


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

GSAT-12 failed to achieve its intended orbit due to a problem with the attitude control system, resulting in the loss of the satellite.

What was the primary cause of the failure of the PSLV C36 mission, carrying the IRNSS-1E satellite?

  1. Engine failure

  2. Payload fairing failure

  3. Guidance and control system failure

  4. Cryogenic stage failure


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The primary cause of the failure of the PSLV C36 mission was the failure of one of the strap-on boosters, resulting in the loss of the satellite.

Which ISRO satellite failed to achieve its intended orbit due to a problem with the solar panels?

  1. INSAT-4B

  2. GSAT-5P

  3. Chandrayaan-1

  4. Mangalyaan


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

INSAT-4B failed to achieve its intended orbit due to a problem with the solar panels, resulting in the loss of power and the inability to control the satellite.

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