IRNSS-1 launch today kicks it off. This topic is to specifically track IRNSS launch, questions, applications of IRNSS etc. Separate from the general Indian Space News and Discussions. Please *NO* comparisons with other GPS systems., this is not a mine is better than your topic., however relevant discussions on technologies behind GPS should be discussed.
To kick off, here are some URLs to read:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Indian_Reg ... ite_System - Check the figure of "eight" tracked by the sats as seen from Earth (perspective is 45 degrees).
ISRO brochure on IRNSS
DD will be covering the launch live.