On 12 January 2022, the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) successfully test-fired the cryogenic engine for the Gaganyaan manned space program. The test took place at ISRO's Propulsion Complex at Mahendragiri, Tamil Nadu for a duration of 720 seconds.
Gaganyaan is the country's first ambitious manned space mission. According to ISRO, the engine has proved successful for the purpose of the test.
According to ISRO, in addition, this cryogenic engine will have to undergo four more tests of a total duration of 1810 seconds. Following that, the engine will be subjected to two short-duration tests and one long-duration test in order to qualify as a cryogenic engine for the Gaganyaan program.
This ensures the cryogenic engine's dependability and robustness for incorporation into Gaganyaan's manned launch vehicle. Engine Parameters All parameters were correctly matched during the entire test period. This successful long-duration test is a major milestone for the manned space program Gaganyaan.
Gaganyaan Mission
Gaganyaan is a mission of the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO). Under this mission, three space missions will be sent into orbit.
Of these three missions, two will be unmanned, while one will be manned. The human spaceflight program, called the Orbital Module, will have three Indian astronauts, including a woman.
This mission will revolve around the earth in low earth orbit at an altitude of 300 to 400 km from the earth for 5 to 7 days.