Mission ShakthiSAT
Program Brief
Target Group: Young Women & Girls across 108 Nations (International Flagship Initiative)
Programme Journey: 3-Phase Satellite Engineering, Ground Station & Global Immersion
Topics Covered:
Activities:
Comprehensive study of CubeSat fundamentals, structural frames, electrical power systems (solar cells & batteries), onboard computers, telemetry, and payload sensor integration.
Understanding Keplerian orbital elements, Low Earth Orbit (LEO) dynamics, ground station tracking, amateur radio (HAM), and radio frequency (RF) data communication protocols.
Rigorous introduction to spacecraft assembly standards, electrostatic discharge (ESD) safety protocols, thermal vacuum simulations, and environmental stress screening.
Connecting young women leaders across 108 nations to collaborate on peaceful space research, UN space treaties, global telemetry networks, and women in aerospace leadership.
Activities:
In-depth virtual coursework covering spaceflight fundamentals, avionics, radio communication, payload design, and satellite mission simulation exercises.
Intensive residential engineering bootcamp featuring physical payload assembly, circuit fabrication, cleanroom hardware testing, and sensor calibration.
Preparing verified payloads for high-altitude testing and orbital satellite mission integration under the direct guidance of leading space scientists and mission engineers.
Direct mentorship from Wing Commander Jaya Tare (Indian Ambassador for Mission ShakthiSAT), veteran ISRO scientists, and international aerospace leaders inspiring the next generation of women in space.