India's first dedicated multi-wavelength space telescope Astrosat was launched on 28 September 2015 with an expected life of 5 years. It is nearing 9 years of operation and is expected to last at least 2 years more. Following talk summarized its results and current status.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HDftJnmQ-I0
So far it is the most successful science mission from India considering the number of publications.
A montage by Indian Institute of Astrophysics on UltraViolet Imaging Telescope UVIT of AstroSat
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H3LavxpxopM
Invidious mirror: https://yewtu.be/watch?v=H3LavxpxopM
https://www.slashinsider.com/astrosat-neutron-star-sgr-j1830-0645/
#AstroSat observed magnetar SGR J1830-0645, discovering 67 short X-ray bursts. It lasted 90 milliseconds, revealing unique features in its spectra. Emission lines raise questions, suggesting iron fluorescence or instrumental effects.
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AstroSat observed magnetar SGR J1830-0645, discovering 67 short X-ray bursts. The brightest lasted 90 milliseconds, revealing unique features in its spectra. Emission lines raise questions, suggesting iron fluorescence or instrumental effects.
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