DRDO's Green Propulsion System Aces In-Orbit Test

Recently, a green propulsion system, developed by Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) under the Technology Development Fund (TDF) scheme, has proven its effectiveness in orbit on a payload launched by PSLV C-58.

  • Developed by Bengaluru-based start-up Bellatrix Aerospace Pvt Ltd, the 1N Class Green Monopropellant thruster aims for altitude control and orbit keeping of microsatellites.
  • The telemetry data from the PSLV Orbital Experimental Module (POEM) at ISRO's ISTRAC in Bengaluru has validated ground-level solutions, surpassing performance parameters.
  • The TDF, a Ministry of Defence initiative under 'Make in India', supports innovation in defence and aerospace, particularly for start-ups and ....
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