Girls from 108 Countries Participate in India's ShakthiSAT Space Mission, Setting World Record
Girls from 108 countries have collaborated on the ShakthiSAT space mission, an initiative that has set a world record for an all-girls space project. This mission, supported by India's diplomatic efforts, aims to leverage space technology for international scientific cooperation and youth diplomacy. The satellite is scheduled to be launched aboard India's Small Satellite Launch Vehicle (SSLV). The project, led by Space Kidz India, has completed its Phase 2 program, bringing together young women and representatives globally to work on spacecraft engineering and satellite development. Participants gained hands-on experience in spacecraft systems, satellite engineering, electrical fabrication, payload integration, and mission-related technologies. A key achievement was the student-led development and integration of a 12U CubeSat, a compact satellite designed for multiple scientific and technological payloads. The initiative involved international payload teams and institutions from various countries, includin...
