ISRO has launched many small satellites mainly for the experimental purposes. This experiment include Remote Sensing, Atmospheric Studies, Payload Development, Orbit Controls, recovery technology etc.
Name of the Satellite
Description
Launch Date
ANUSAT
In its fifteenth mission carried out from Satish Dhawan Space Centre SHAR (SDSC SHAR)
20.04.2009
SRE-1
Space Capsule Recovery Experiment (SRE-1) is a 550 kg capsule intended to demonstrate the
10.01.2007
Rs-1
Second experimental remote sensing satellite similar to Bhaskara-1. Provided experience in building
18.07.1980
RTP
Second experimental remote sensing satellite similar to Bhaskara-1. Provided experience in building
10.08.1979
APPLE
First experimental communication satellite. Provided experience in building and operating
