ISRO Completes Ground Test for SOLVE Motor in Gaganyaan Programme
| Key Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | First ground test of SOLVE solid motor for Gaganyaan program completed. |
| Location | Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC), Sriharikota (Static Test Facility). |
| Purpose of Test | Validate propulsion system for parachute and crew module recovery tests. |
| Outcome | All motor parameters met expectations; propulsion system performed well. |
| SOLVE Definition | Sub-Orbital Launch Vehicle for Experiments (solid-fueled rocket). |
| SOLVE Objective | Test deceleration and recovery systems for Gaganyaan Mission. |
| Key SOLVE Features | PSLV-derived tech, slow burn rate, unique nozzle architecture. |
| Gaganyaan Mission Goal | India's first indigenous human spaceflight (low Earth orbit). |