The Rise of India’s Private Space Sector

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Indian Space Startup astrogate developed Fully integrated laser communication solution offering 1 Gbps satellite-to-ground communications, resistant to jamming and spoofing .

Dimensions: cubesat/nanosat compatible 95x95x80mm

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Indian Space Startup astrogate developed Fully integrated laser communication solution offering 1 Gbps satellite-to-ground communications, resistant to jamming and spoofing Dimensions: cubesat/nanosat compatible 95x95x80mm
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ISRO to make history with maiden private rocket launch: Jitendra Singh
Jitendra Singh, Union minister of state for science and technology.
Jitendra Singh, Union minister of state for science and technology.
  • Singh will be present at Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh to witness the maiden private launch of Vikram-suborbital rocket
NEW DELHI :Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) will make history on Friday when it launches first-ever private rocket, said Union Minister of state for Science and Technology Jitendra Singh on Wednesday.
Singh will be present at Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh to witness the maiden private launch of Vikram-suborbital (VKS) rocket.
In a statement issued to the media ahead of the launch the minister said that this will be a major milestone in the journey of ISRO, after Prime Minister Narendra Modi had unlocked the space sector in India two years ago for private participation.
Singh added that the non-government entity/startup, Skyroot Aerospace Pvt Ltd (SAPL) has developed the VKS rocket. “It is a single stage spin stabilized solid propellant rocket with mass of approx. 550 kilograms. The rocket goes to the max altitude of 101 kilometers and splashes into the sea and the overall duration of launch is 300 seconds only."
He said that Skyroot was the first startup to sign a Memorandum of Understanding with ISRO for launching its rockets. “Apart from being the nation’s first private launch, it will also be the maiden mission of Skyroot Aerospace, named ‘Prarambh’. It will carry a total of three payloads in space, including one from the foreign customers."
The Minister said, it will provide a level playing field for cost-efficient satellite launch services by disrupting the entry barriers and will also help the start-ups to make spaceflights affordable and reliable.
Singh added that space reforms have unleashed innovative potentials of startups. “Within a short span of time, from a couple of space start-ups three -four years back, we now have 102 start-ups working in cutting-edge areas of space debris management, nano-satellite, launch vehicle, ground systems, research etc."
“With the integration of R&D, Academia and Industry with equal stake, it is safe to say that a Space Revolution led by ISRO along with the Private Sector and Start-ups is on the horizon," he said.
The minister added that PM Modi has enabled India to earn universal recognition for India’s science, technology, innovation capabilities and our startups are much sought after. “The whole world is looking at India as an inspirational place, as it is helping budding countries in capacity building and satellite building including nanosatellites."
 

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At 11:20 Isro chairman explain why there is need for private enterprise in space sector .

1.On OneWeb #14, Somanath says probably first time a cryogenic upper stage has been used for deploying such large number of satellites.
2.NSIL vying to launch few of OneWeb's 'Gen 2' satellites, 2024 onwards.
On new mechanism for utilizing ISRO's capacity: Forum including various Dept./Ministries and Chaired Principal Scientific Advisor will put up requirements and funds and approach ISRO for providing satellites to suit those needs.
Trained engineers from Bhutan for Bhutansat and will be establishing their ground-station as well as provide training to operate it.
3.On Gaganyaan: Like Umamaheshwaran, Somanath mentions that developing Crew Module's ECLSS remains a challenging task. Tried procuring it first(Soyuz' ECLSS was studied), but not getting all that we want from those they approached, so now developing it ourselves.
4.For space economy to improve downstream activities and manufacturing need a boost, helping private industries for it.
 

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2.NSIL vying to launch few of OneWeb's 'Gen 2' satellites, 2024 onwards.
3.On Gaganyaan: Like Umamaheshwaran, Somanath mentions that developing Crew Module's ECLSS remains a challenging task. Tried procuring it first(Soyuz' ECLSS was studied), but not getting all that we want from those they approached, so now developing it ourselves.
Two points to fuel further delay of Gaganyaan.
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@Indx TechStyle we may actually have 3 unmanned flights instead of 2 because G1 won't carry ECLSS & to certify ECLSS we need atleast 2 unmanned flights, hence a total of 3 unmanned flights are required, since recently G1 flight is delayed to Mid-2024, I'm adding 6 more months delay to it , this is my most conservative estimate for Gaganyaan schedule
G1 - Dec 2024 to March 2025
G2 - Dec 2025 to March 2026
G3 - Dec 2026 to March 2027
H1 - Dec 2027 to March 2028 .

So, imo manned mission will definitely happen before Aug 2028, unless there is a big setback
 

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Gaganyaan G1 won't carry ECLSS, so I don't see further delay from Mid-2024 launch date for G1 flight
G2 and G3 must carry ECLSS to ensure its performance during H1. That's why I said the Gaganyaan (human spaceflight) may be delayed by a couple of years. ISRO has already said "developing ECLSS is difficult".
Guys can we see live stream of skyroot launch ?
Yep, search tomorrow early morning and you will find plenty of scheduled livestreamings. Launch is scheduled at 11:30 AM.
 

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