What Is a Cryogenic Engine? ISRO’s Rocket Technology Explained

Editorial illustration of a cryogenic rocket engine using liquid hydrogen and oxygen in an Indian launch vehicle.

Engine File Developed by ISRO (LPSC) Programme CUSP Engine CE-7.5 Propellants Liquid H2 + Liquid O2 Cycle Staged combustion Used in GSLV Mk II upper stage Inducted GSLV-D5, Jan 2014 Status Operational In This Article What Is a Cryogenic Engine? Why Were Cryogenic Engines Developed? How Does a Cryogenic Engine Work? Why Is a Cryogenic … Read more

Vyommitra: ISRO’s Robotic Astronaut Explained

Editorial illustration of Vyommitra, ISRO’s robotic astronaut, inside an uncrewed Gaganyaan spacecraft

Robot File Developed by ISRO Programme Gaganyaan Type Semi-humanoid robot Name meaning Vyoma (space) + Mitra (friend) Build Head, torso, two arms Role Cabin & life-support test passenger Coordinating body Human Space Flight Centre Precursor flight announced 2024 In This Article What Is Vyommitra? Why Did ISRO Develop a Robotic Astronaut? How Does Vyommitra Work? … Read more