SOURCE: AFI
Skyroot Aerospace, a leading Indian space startup, has achieved a significant milestone in its mission to launch India’s first privately developed rocket. The company’s Vikram-1 Reaction Control System (RCS) has been successfully flight qualified, paving the way for its maiden flight.
In a series of rigorous tests, Skyroot’s Raman-1 engines were fired in pairs for both positive and negative roll control. A total of 65 pulses were executed, with pulse durations ranging from 60 to 1120 milliseconds. The data collected from these tests confirmed the excellent performance of the module’s propulsion systems and avionics.
This achievement marks a major step forward for Vikram-1’s maiden flight. The RCS is crucial for maintaining the rocket’s orientation and stability during flight. Its successful qualification is a testament to Skyroot’s engineering expertise and commitment to innovation.
Skyroot Aerospace has been making steady progress towards its goal of launching Vikram-1, a three-stage solid-propellant rocket designed to carry small satellites into orbit. The company’s success in flight qualifying the RCS brings it closer to realizing its vision of becoming a global leader in the small satellite launch market.