Mumbai-Based Start-Up Manastu Space Successfully Tests Green Propulsion System in Space
Mumbai-based space start-up Manastu Space has successfully test-fired its home-built green propulsion system, Vyom 2U, on the PSLV Orbital Experimental Module-4 (POEM). The thruster was fired for 30 seconds, tilting the platform by 24 degrees and impartin
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The test took place on the PSLV Orbital Experimental Module-4 (POEM) on New Year's Eve.
The thruster was fired for 30 seconds, tilting the POEM platform by 24 degrees and imparting an angular velocity of 0.5 degrees per second.
The onboard systems seamlessly regained control after the test.
The POEM-4 platform, comprising the fourth stage of the PSLV-C60 rocket that launched the SpaDeX satellites on Monday, is currently orbiting at an altitude of 350 kilometers.
This platform will host a series of in-orbit experiments conducted by various ISRO labs, start-ups, and educational institutions.
Tushar Jadhav, founder and CEO of Manastu Space, expressed his excitement about the successful test.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the POEM-4 platform?
The POEM-4 platform is the fourth stage of the PSLV-C60 rocket, which was used to launch the SpaDeX satellites. It is now in orbit at an altitude of 350 kilometers and will host various in-orbit experiments.
What is the Vyom 2U thruster?
The Vyom 2U thruster is a green propulsion system developed by Manastu Space. It uses MS289 propellant, a blend of hydrogen peroxide, to replace hydrazine-based carcinogenic propellants commonly used in satellites.
Who is Tushar Jadhav?
Tushar Jadhav is the founder and CEO of Manastu Space, a Mumbai-based start-up focused on developing sustainable and eco-friendly propulsion systems for space applications.
What are the key experiments on the POEM-4?
The key experiments on the POEM-4 include demonstrations of seed germination in outer space, a robotic arm to catch tethered debris, and the testing of green propulsion systems like Vyom 2U.
What is the significance of the POEM platform?
The POEM platform, developed by ISRO, allows Indian start-ups, academic institutions, and research organizations to test their space technologies without the need to launch entire satellites, reducing entry barriers and fostering innovation in the space sector.
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