About Sub-Orbital Launch Vehicle for Experiment:
- It is a test platform to carry out Integrated Parachute Tests for validation of deceleration system of Gaganyaan Crew Module under various test conditions.
- During these test missions, the Crew Module will be carried to an altitude of 10 - 17 km and separated from the vehicle.
- A series of 10 parachutes will be deployed to reduce the velocity of the Crew Module before splashdown in the sea.
- The solid stage of SOLVE is derived from the Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV) Strap-on Motor with few modifications to meet the Gaganyaan test requirements.
- It includes development of slow burn rate propellant and straight nozzle with secondary injection thrust vector control.
What is the Gaganyaan mission?
- It is India’s ongoing project to send a 3-day manned mission to the Low Earth Orbit (LEO) of 400 km with a crew of 3 members and bring them safely back to Earth.
- Objectives
- To undertake human space flights: Its immediate aim is to demonstrate indigenous capability to undertake human space flights.
- Space exploration: In the long run, it will lay the foundation for a sustained Indian human space exploration programme.
- Conduct Experiments: As part of the mission, Gaganyaan also encourages and supports micro-gravity experiments.
