HYDERABAD: Continuing its trajectory towards the launch of its first orbital launch vehicle – Vikram-1, Hyderabad-based space-tech startup Skyroot Aerospace has successfully test-fired stage-2 of the rocket at the propulsion testbed of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) at Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC) in Sriharikota of Andhra Pradesh on March.The test, which took place on Wednesday, lasted 85 seconds and recorded a peak sea-level thrust of 186 kilonewtons (kN), which is expected...
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In a major step towards its first launch, the private launch provider Skyroot Aerospace test-fired the second stage of its rocket Vikram-1 at Sriharikota, the company announced on Thursday. The company plans to carry out its first orbital flight - a launch where the vehicle carries satellites to space and inserts it in an orbit - in mid-2024. Vikram-1 is a three-stage, solid-fuel based rocket. The testing of the second stage is a significant milestone for the company as well as India’s private...
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The Portland Trail Blazers are on the road tonight against the Houston Rockets. This is your Game Day discussion thread, open for all your conversational needs. This is the second half thread. Be sure to enjoy the conversation and stay tuned after the game for recaps and analysis! Portland Trail Blazers (19-52) vs. Houston Rockets (35-35) - Mon. March 24 - 5pm Pacific How to watch on TV: Root Sports, NBA League Pass Trail Blazers injuries: Matisse Thybulle (questionable); Anfernee Simons,...