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SwissCube: Educational Satellite Launch Overview
This lecture provides an overview of the SwissCube satellite launch, which was carried out using the PSLV rocket developed by ISRO. The payload included various satellites for Earth observation and communication testing. The SwissCube project involved collaboration with multiple Swiss engineering schools and aimed to measure atmospheric airglow emissions. The lecture covers the scientific objectives, challenges faced during the launch, antennas deployment, starting sequence, and telecom highlights of the SwissCube satellite. It also mentions the educational use of the satellite and the involvement of various partners in the project.