Some very interesting Pictures from India's space program

[Tech Support]

As some of you might have heard, The former president of India, Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam died on July 27, 2015. Kalam was held in very High regard in India for his contributions to India's Space, Missile and Nuclear programs and also for being one of the most Inspiring leaders the country has seen. I highly recommend reading more about the man and some of his books.

ISRO recently released several pictures featuring Kalam during his time with ISRO. I have posted some of the more interesting and thought provoking images here, looking at these makes me think whether it is funding or spirit and leadership that are more important for achieving great things.

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Perhaps ISRO can be best explained by this statement from Dr Vikram Sarabhai, considered the father of Indian Space Programme..

" There are some who question the relevance of space activities in a developing nation. To us, there is no ambiguity of purpose. We do not have the fantasy of competing with the economically advanced nations in the exploration of the Moon or the planets or manned space-flight. But we are convinced that if we are to play a meaningful role nationally, and in the community of nations, we must be second to none in the application of advanced technologies to the real problems of man and society. "

Edited August 14, 2015 by Tech Support

[Scotius]

Was that a satellite on a ox cart? Such humble beginnings, and yet...Your country now is sending interplanetary probes and developing manned capsule. Investment is paying off. Good work India.

[ComradeWolfe]

Was that a satellite on a ox cart? Such humble beginnings, and yet...Your country now is sending interplanetary probes and developing manned capsule. Investment is paying off. Good work India.

Caption says they were testing for EM cleanliness. Oxen probably emit less signals/interference than motorized or engine-powered equipment during the tests...

Maybe NASA could learn a thing or two from these guys.