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Agnikul Launches India’s First 3D-Printed Semi-Cryogenic Engine Rocket, Paving the Way for Low-Cost Space Missions
2024-08-31
Agnikul, a space-tech startup incubated at IIT Madras, successfully launched its Agnibaan
rocket on May 30, 2024. Powered by India’s first patented single-piece 3D-printed semicryogenic
engine, this milestone marks a significant step towards affordable and frequent
space missions. Supported by the Department of Science and Technology (DST) through the
National Centre for Combustion Research and Development (NCCRD), the startup
developed cutting-edge technologies that enhance engine reliability and speed up
manufacturing. Agnibaan's success underscores India's growing presence in the global space
sector and its potential as a commercial hub for space exploration