ISRO fires up advanced rocket engine to pass hot test | TheBriefWire
ISRO fires up advanced rocket engine to pass hot test
Published 27 June 2026 ยท science
Synopsis India's space agency, ISRO, has achieved a significant breakthrough with a successful hot test of its new semi-cryogenic engine power head. Reaching 88% of
Synopsis India's space agency, ISRO, has achieved a significant breakthrough with a successful hot test of its new semi-cryogenic engine power head. Reaching 88% of its target thrust, this crucial step demonstrates stable operation and builds confidence for a full 200-ton thrust demonstration. This advanced propulsion system, utilizing liquid oxygen and kerosene, is set to significantly boost the payload capacity of ISRO's LVM3 rocket.