Bengaluru firm SpaceFields hot-tests Aerospike Engine at Challakere

India's IISc-incubated startup SpaceFields has successfully tested its innovative aerospike solid rocket engine, showcasing a peak thrust of 13.42 kN and peak pressure of 5 MPa. This test validates their design work, with enhanced ballistic performance and reduced burn time, and moves towards a potential sub-orbital launch.

Bengaluru firm SpaceFields hot-tests Aerospike Engine at Challakere
India's IISc-incubated startup SpaceFields has successfully tested its innovative aerospike solid rocket engine, showcasing a peak thrust of 13.42 kN and peak pressure of 5 MPa. This test validates their design work, with enhanced ballistic performance and reduced burn time, and moves towards a potential sub-orbital launch.