In a significant stride towards India's ambitious Gaganyaan mission, the Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC), in collaboration with the Defense Research and Development Organization (DRDO), has achieved successful Drogue Parachute Deployment Tests. These tests, conducted at the RTRS facility in Chandigarh, mark a crucial step in ensuring the safety and precision of the mission.
Drogue parachutes play a pivotal role in the Gaganyaan mission by stabilizing and decelerating the crew module during its re-entry phase. Equipped with pyro-based mortars, these parachutes ensure a controlled descent, safeguarding the crew and equipment within the module.
The successful deployment tests instill confidence in the integration of drogue parachutes into the upcoming Test Vehicle-D1 mission. This achievement underlines the meticulous planning and engineering that goes into ensuring the safety and success of India's first manned spaceflight.
The Gaganyaan mission holds immense promise for India's space exploration endeavors, marking a significant leap in its capabilities and achievements. As the nation eagerly anticipates this historic mission, each successful test brings us closer to the realization of a remarkable feat in space exploration. The collaboration between VSSC/ISRO and ADRDE/DRDO underscores India's prowess in scientific and technological advancements, positioning the nation on the global space exploration map.
