ISRO Successfully Tests Semicryogenic Engine at Mahendragiri
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | ISRO conducts short-duration hot test of semicryogenic engine |
| Testing Centre | ISRO Propulsion Complex (IPRC), Mahendragiri, Tamil Nadu |
| Date of Test | April 24, 2025 |
| Type of Test | Short-duration hot test of Semicryogenic Engine (Engine Power Head Test Article) |
| Component Tested | Engine Power Head Test Article (excluding the thrust chamber) |
| Objective | Validate engine start-up sequence and ensure stable ignition and performance at 60% rated power |
| Subsystems Tested | Low-pressure turbo pumps, High-pressure turbo pumps, Pre-burner, Associated control systems |
| Key Results | Engine successfully ignited, operated up to 60% rated capacity, stable and controlled performance achieved |
| Importance | Part of semicryogenic engine development, provides critical data for operational sequencing, enhances ISRO's launch vehicle capabilities |
| Future Plan | Further qualification tests, comprehensive validation, integration into future launch vehicles for enhanced payload capacity and reduced launch costs |