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  • Feb 23, 2024
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ISRO KEY TEST OVER, CE20 CRYOGENIC ENGINE IS NOW HUMAN-RATED FOR GAGANYAAN MISSIONS

Why in the news?

ISRO accomplishes a vital milestone by human-rating its CE20 cryogenic engine, essential for Gaganyaan missions, marking a significant step in India’s space exploration endeavours.

About Testing and Validation of CE20 cryogenic engine:

  • Rigorous testing, including seven vacuum ignition tests and 39 hot firing tests exceeding 6,350 seconds, ensures the engine’s readiness for crewed missions.
  • Ground qualification tests at ISRO Propulsion Complex, Mahendragiri, confirm the engine’s capability to withstand flight conditions.
source:toi
What is CE20 cryogenic engine

●   CE-20, India’s first cryogenic engine with a gas-generator cycle, is ISRO’s largest cryogenic engine.

●   Developed by ISRO’s Liquid Propulsion Systems Centre.

●   Represents India’s advancement in indigenous cryogenic engine technology.

About Gaganyaan missions

●   Gaganyaan aims for a 3-day manned mission to 400 km Low Earth Orbit with a 3-member crew, ensuring safe return.

●   India’s anticipated 2024 manned spaceflight will join USA, Russia, and China in human spaceflight capabilities.