Agnikul Cosmos delivered the world's first 3D-printed single-piece rocket engine to the world, and the company has also test-fired the new tech that it may apply to multiple progressions in the space industry. The company got support from the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) and IN-SPACe, which are two known agencies for promoting space companies for future ventures.
The new rocket engine called Agnilet, saw its next-level test in this recent venture from the company, centering on a vertical test facility in Thiruvananthapuram.
Agnikul Cosmos' Successful Test of its 3D-Printed Rocket
The Indian Startup, Agnikul Cosmos, has recently tested its 3D-printed single-piece rocket engine at the Vikram Sarabhai Space Center (VSSC), the company shared on Twitter. Agnikul said that it saw massive help and support from agencies, Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) and IN-SPACe India, which also extended their aid to Agnikul.
The company brought its single-piece engine to the Vertical Test Facility, Thumba Equatorial Rocket Launching Station (TERLS), and it is the first 3D-printed rocket engine in the entire world, claims the company.
It relies heavily on 3D printing from its top to bottom, as well as other focuses of its technology and products which it aims to deliver soon to the public.
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Agnikul Cosmos' Agnilet Engine: Its Technology
The Agnilet engine is known as the semi-cryogenic engine which was made with a different approach, centering on 3D printing to deliver the said rocket engine. It also centers on a single-piece device, delivering a massive 3kN of thrust at sea level, and the company installed this on its rocket, the Agnibaan, focused on the higher stage.
Space and Rockets in the Industry
It is normal for a rocket to undergo a testing phase, especially with the many needs to ensure its safety and effectiveness for use in massive missions that would involve expensive cargo or human lives. One of the most famous rockets that the public saw undergoing tests is SpaceX's Starship rocket, from its initial release, down to the famous SN10 which exploded more than a year ago.
Now, Starship found success and is looking into the testing phase with the full-stack with its Super Heavy Booster rocket, soon to be the company's flagship rocket.
However, many companies aim to enter the space race, and different startups are coming together and debuting their advanced rockets and spacecraft to the world. Some are under testing, while others are still on the drawing board or developing, it shows that many people are looking to commercialize the space industry, in various countries.
India is the latest to see success in startups that aims to deliver their rocket technology and services to the world, with Agnikul Cosmos making it possible for the country. Their latest rocket which hailed from 3D printing, Agnilet, saw initial success, but it has a long way to go for its future, as there are more tests to face and complete soon.
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Written by Isaiah Richard
