Rockets
AGNI-X Sounding Rocket
The AGNI-X represents a breakthrough in sounding rocket technology, designed specifically for high-altitude atmospheric research and technology demonstration missions. This single-stage solid-propellant rocket incorporates advanced telemetry systems, precision guidance, and a sophisticated recovery system to enable reusable scientific payloads.
Project Objectives
Develop indigenous sounding rocket capability
Demonstrate advanced telemetry and recovery systems
Achieve 100km+ altitude with scientific payload
Validate new composite materials for aerospace applications
Establish ground-based mission control capabilities
Create reusable payload recovery system
Key Achievements
Successfully reached 105km altitude
100% telemetry data recovery throughout flight
Successful payload recovery with parachute system
Zero mission-critical failures during flight test
Established new altitude record for indigenous sounding rockets
Validated all major subsystems for future missions
Technologies Used
Solid PropulsionAdvanced TelemetryGPS NavigationRecovery SystemComposite StructuresReal-time Data LinkPayload IntegrationGround Support Equipment
Project Status
CompletedProgress100%
Timeline
Started
1/15/2023
Timeline
Completed
Team
4 team members
Milestones
Design Phase Completion
Completed: 2/28/2023
Prototype Manufacturing
Completed: 6/10/2023
Ground Testing
Completed: 8/25/2023
Flight Test Mission
Completed: 12/20/2023