ISRO invites applications for training programme in nanosatellite area

The programme, named 'UNNATI' (UNispace Nanosatellite Assembly & Training by ISRO), was announced during the symposium to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the first United Nations conference on exploration and peaceful use of outer space (UNISPACE+50).

ISRO invites applications for training programme in nanosatellite area

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has announced that it will be opening registration for the third batch of a training programme on nanosatellite assembly and building. The first and the second batches benefited 60 officials from 33 countries.

The programme, named 'UNNATI' (UNispace Nanosatellite Assembly & Training by ISRO), was announced during the symposium to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the first United Nations conference on exploration and peaceful use of outer space (UNISPACE+50), according to a statement from ISRO. "This two months' programme provides to the participating countries an opportunity to strengthen their capabilities in assembling, integrating and testing nanosatellites," it said.

The programme for the third batch would be conducted during October 15-December 15, 2022. The training would be conducted at U R Rao Satellite Centre (URSC), Bengaluru, it was stated.

The programme aims at capacity building in satellite technology for participants from countries interested in developing space programme by providing hands-on experience in building and testing of nano satellites. The primary objectives of the programme are: 

• To offer a simplified and increased exposure to satellite fabrication technologies, as part of the UNISPACE initiative
• To provide theoretical course on satellite technology
• To provide an intensive course on Nanosatellite realization, covering mission aspects, design, fabrication, assembly, integration & testing
• To provide hands-on training to assemble, integrate and test a low-cost modular nanosatellite

Language of Course

The language of the course is English. Only candidates with working knowledge of English need to apply.

Course Duration and Location

The course is designed for a total duration of eight weeks and for a batch of thirty (30) participants. The batch of 30 participants will be organized into 3 groups of 10 members each. Each group will work on Assembly, Integration and Testing of a Nanosatellite. The course will be conducted at URSC, ISRO, Bengaluru, India.

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