XPoSat

India is preparing to launch its first X-Ray Polarimeter Satellite (XPoSat) to investigate the polarization of intense X-ray sources in space.

• While India has previously focused on space-based X-ray astronomy, this mission marks a significant addition by exploring the polarization of X-rays emitted by astronomical sources.
• The XPoSat spacecraft, designated for observation from Low Earth Orbit, will carry two scientific payloads capable of simultaneous studies of temporal, spectral, and polarization features of bright X-ray sources.
• This mission is expected to contribute valuable insights into the processes and properties of celestial sources emitting X-rays.