GSAT-15
| Company type | Satellite |
|---|---|
| Industry | Communications satellite |
| Founded | November 10, 2015 |
| Products | Communication transponders, navigation payload |
| Owner | Indian Space Research Organisation (implied) |
GSAT-15 is an Indian satellite dedicated to communication, aimed at boosting transponder capacity to deliver expanded bandwidth for both Direct-to-Home (DTH) television and VSAT applications. The satellite was deployed on 10 November 2015 at 21:34:07 UTC using an Ariane 5 launch vehicle, sharing the mission with the ArabSat 6B satellite.
Payload
Equipped with 24 Ku band transponders, GSAT-15 also features a GAGAN navigation payload functioning within the L1 and L5 frequency ranges. Additionally, it carries two Ku band beacon transmitters.
Satellite
The operational lifespan of GSAT-15 is projected to be around 12 years, during which it facilitates telecommunication, DTH broadcasting, and radio navigation services.
Cost
The combined expenses for launch and insurance were approximately .