Agnikul Cosmos begins integration of its first satellite rocket
Agnikul Cosmos begins integration of its first satellite rocket: Agnikul Cosmos, based in Chennai, has begun the integration of its ground-breaking launch vehicle, Agnibaan SOrTeD (Sub-Orbital Technological Demonstrator), with its private launchpad at the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota. While the exact launch date remains undisclosed, the recent event marks a pivotal milestone in Agnikul Cosmos’s pursuit of space innovation.
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The Ingenious Agnibaan SOrTeD Launch Vehicle
- The Agnilet engine, a technological marvel, is a single-piece, 3D-printed, 6 kN semi-cryogenic engine. This innovative propulsion system marks a departure from conventional rocket engines and showcases Agnikul Cosmos’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of space technology.
- Unlike traditional sounding rockets that follow guide rails during launch, the Agnibaan SOrTeD will ascend vertically and meticulously follow a predetermined trajectory. The launch vehicle will undertake a highly orchestrated sequence of manoeuvres during its flight, a series of events methodically planned to validate key technologies critical to the success of the company’s next orbital flights.
- Distinguished by its revolutionary features and propelled by Agnikul’s proprietary Agnilet engine, this single-stage launch vehicle is set to redefine space travel.
About AgniKul Cosmos Private Limited
AgniKul Cosmos Private Limited, an Indian aerospace manufacturer headquartered at the National Center for Combustion R&D of IIT Madras in Chennai, emerges as a pioneering space technology start-up. AgniKul Cosmos, founded in 2017 with a clear purpose, seeks to develop and launch its own small-lift launch vehicle, illustrated by the Agnibaan model, capable of deploying payloads weighing up to 100 kg into 700 km orbits. The company is deeply committed to transforming space accessibility through its cutting-edge innovations.
Key takeaways for competitive examination
- CEO of AgniKul Cosmos Private Limited: Srinath Ravichandran