DRDO Successfully Tests Active Cooled Scramjet Combustor for Hypersonic Missiles
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Long-duration ground test of an Active Cooled Scramjet Subscale Combustor |
| Conducted by | Defence Research and Development Laboratory (DRDL), a unit under DRDO |
| Date | April 25, 2025 |
| Duration | Over 1,000 seconds of continuous ground testing |
| Location | Scramjet Connect Test Facility, Hyderabad |
| Previous Test | 120-second test in January 2025 |
| Technology | Scramjet engines - air-breathing propulsion systems for hypersonic speeds (Mach 5+) |
| Significance | Validates design and performance of scramjet combustor and test facility |
| Strategic Impact | Enhances India's hypersonic cruise missile development capabilities |
| Collaboration | Successful collaboration between DRDO, industry, and academia |