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Vyommitra: ISRO’s Robotic Astronaut Explained

September 4, 2026September 4, 2026 by SpaceCraft India Editorial Team

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

Gaganyaan Mission 2026: India’s First Human Spaceflight Explained

September 9, 2026June 28, 2026 by SpaceCraft India Editorial Team

Gaganyaan Mission 2026 ISRO human spaceflight capsule and HLVM3 rocket

Gaganyaan Mission 2026 explained: ISRO’s G1 uncrewed test, Vyommitra, HLVM3 rocket, crew module, safety systems, and India’s human spaceflight future.