SOLVE Platform for Gaganyaan Mission
Prelims:
Science & Technology, Space Technology
Mains:
GS Paper III-Science & Technology
Current relevance:
ISRO successfully conducted the
first ground test of the Sub-Orbital Launch Vehicle for Experiments (SOLVE).
Highlights:
SOLVE: An Overview
1.
Sub-Orbital
Launch Vehicle for Experiments (SOLVE) is a solid motor based test platform developed
by ISRO.
2.
It
is designed to conduct Integrated Parachute Tests for validating the
crew module's deceleration system under different mission conditions.
3.
The
platform provides flexibility for testing critical systems before the actual Gaganyaan
mission.
4.
Technology:
i.
The
SOLVE solid motor is derived from the PSLV Strap-on Motor with
modifications.
ii.
Features slow burn-rate propellant and a
straight nozzle with Secondary Injection Thrust Vector Control (SITVC) to
meet Gaganyaan mission requirements.
1.
It is
India's first indigenous human spaceflight mission, developed by the
Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO).
2.
Aim:
To send
Indian astronauts (Gaganyatris) into Low Earth Orbit (LEO) for a short-duration
mission and safely return them to Earth.
3.
Demonstrates
India's capability to independently develop and execute human
spaceflight technology, including crew launch, orbital operations, and the
safe recovery of astronauts.
4.
Gaganyaan
Mission Readiness Tests:
i.
First
Ground Test of SOLVE.
Source:
THE
HINDU - https://www.thehindu.com/sci-tech/science/how-will-tests-solve-gaganyaan-astronauts-safe-landing-explained/article71187964.ece