In Telangana, Skyroot Aerospace, a private space vehicle company, successfully test-fired its 3D-printed Dhawan II engine for 200 seconds. The engine was specifically designed for its heavier vehicle, Vikram II. The recent test involved a cryogenic engine, which will serve as the upper stage for the updated version of Vikram-II. This upgrade to a cryogenic upper stage, as opposed to a solid fuel stage, enhances the rocket’s payload carrying capacity.
In November of the previous year, Skyroot conducted its first sub-orbital flight using a single-stage solid fuel Vikram S rocket. The company’s initial rocket in the series, Vikram-1, will utilize three solid-fuel stages to transport satellites into orbit. According to a company statement from Hyderabad, Skyroot aims to conduct its first orbital flight by the end of this year, with the updated Vikram II rocket set to be launch-ready by next year. Upon achieving this schedule, Skyroot will become the first private launcher from South Asia. Overall, the recent achievements and future plans of Skyroot Aerospace are significant advancements in the private space industry.
Questions : Which company successfully test-fired its 3D-printed Dhawan II engine in Telangana?
a) Skyroot Aerospace
b) Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO)
c) SpaceX
d) Boeing
a) Skyroot Aerospace
