Bengaluru-based space technology startup, Pixel, has inaugurated a 30,000 square foot state-of-the-art spacecraft manufacturing facility, Megapixel.
On January 15, Bengaluru-based space technology startup Pixel marked a significant milestone with the inauguration of its state-of-the-art spacecraft manufacturing facility, named "Megapixel." This 30,000 square foot facility is set to revolutionize satellite production capabilities in India.
Key Features
- Integrated Satellite Manufacturing: Megapixel is equipped to provide comprehensive satellite manufacturing services, including spacecraft assembly, integration, and testing (AIT) under one roof.
- Impressive Capacity: At full operational capacity, the facility boasts the ability to simultaneously manufacture more than 20 satellites, ensuring a remarkable turnaround time of just six months per satellite.
- Inauguration by ISRO Chairman: The inauguration ceremony was graced by the presence of Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) Chairman S. Somanath, who highlighted the importance of Pixel's progress in the space industry.
- Clean Room Facilities: Megapixel features two modern clean rooms adhering to ISO Class 7 and ISO Class 8 standards, ensuring a controlled environment to protect against contaminants during satellite assembly and integration.
- Extensive Infrastructure: The facility includes advanced camera integration, electronics R&D, electrical assembly, a mechanical workshop, a mission control room, and laboratory space for over 200 employees.
- Environmental Sustainability: Aligned with global efforts to reduce carbon footprint, Pixel emphasizes environmental awareness with a wastewater treatment plant for water conservation and smart HVAC systems to enhance energy efficiency.
Important Facts for All Competitive Exams
- Bengaluru-based Pixel has inaugurated a 30,000 square foot state-of-the-art spacecraft manufacturing facility, "Megapixel."
- This facility is capable of simultaneously manufacturing more than 20 satellites with a rapid turnaround time of six months per satellite.
- ISRO Chairman S. Somanath inaugurated the facility, highlighting its importance in the space industry.
- Megapixel features ISO Class 7 and ISO Class 8 clean rooms to ensure contamination-free satellite assembly and integration.
- The extensive infrastructure includes camera integration, electronics R&D, mechanical workshop, mission control room, and laboratory space for 200+ employees.
Important Questions for Competitive Exams
Q.1. Which city is home to Pixel's Megapixel spacecraft manufacturing facility?
a) Delhi
b) Mumbai
c) Bengaluru
Answer: c) Bengaluru
Q.2. What is the manufacturing capacity of Megapixel in terms of large satellites per year?
a) 10 satellites
b) 20 satellites
c) 30 satellites
Answer: b) 20 satellites
Q.3. Who inaugurated Pixel's Megapixel facility on January 15?
a) Narendra Modi
b) S. Somanath
c) Ramesh Pokhriyal
Answer: b) S. Somanat
Q.4. What ISO standards do the clean rooms in Megapixel adhere to?
a) ISO Class 5 and ISO Class 6
b) ISO Class 6 and ISO Class 7
c) ISO Class 7 and ISO Class 8
Answer: c) ISO Class 7 and ISO Class 8
Q.5. How many square feet is the Megapixel facility?
a) 20,000 square feet
b) 30,000 square feet
c) 40,000 square feet
Answer: b) 30,000 square feet
Q.6. How many employees can the office space in Megapixel accommodate?
a) More than 100
b) More than 150
c) More than 200
Answer: c) More than 200
