GAGANYAAN

Hello guys, An event much pending and a giant leap in the space exploration of India, though proud moments for ISRO and the science community of India. That is, it demonstrates human flight capability by taking three astronauts into an orbit of 400 km for three days and bringing them back safely to Earth. 

Stage 1 : Solid boosters S200 

Two giants of powerful solid rocket boosters called S200 break off from the rocket with 204 tonnes of solid propellant each. The boosters are among the largest worldwide and give mighty thrust while assisting to lift the rocket out of Earth's gravity and propel it towards space. (They take about 134 seconds). And as the boosters fire, it sends out a pulse that resonates not just in the rocket but also in the hearts of every Indian watching it. 

Stage 2 : Liquid Core Stage (L110) 

This is when the liquid stage L110 takes charge once the solid boosters have done their part. With two Vikas engines, the stage carries 115 tones of liquid fuel. It ignites about 113 seconds into the flight and sends the necessary thrust to push the rocket higher up in the sky, well beyond Earth's atmosphere. 

Stage 3 : Cryogenic UpperC25 

The final stage, known as C25, is the cryogenic upper stage, which is critical for space missions. It is powered by India’s largest cryogenic engine, the CE-20, which uses liquid hydrogen (LH2) as fuel and liquid oxygen (LOX) as an oxidizer. This stage ensures that the crew module reaches its designated orbit, 400 km above Earth, marking a monumental achievement for Indian space exploration. 

Safety First : Crew Escape System The showstopper feature that makes HLVM3 stand apart is the inclusion of the Crew Escape System. This is an important feature wherein, in the event of a reverse situation during launch or ascent, the crew module can easily be separated from the rocket and recovered by recovery parachutes taken all the way down to earth. The CES has been powered by quick-acting solid motors and hence, the commitment to the safety of India's astronauts whom we refer to as Vyomanauts. 

Orbital Module : Our Space Home for Astronauts The payload of the HLVM3 rocket is the Orbital Module (OM) made up mainly of the Crew Module (CM) and the Service Module (SM). 

Crew Module (CM) : The astronauts will live and work inside the Crew Module during the time of their journey. It will provide a familiar Earth-like environment, with an oxygen supply, temperature control, and shielding against space radiation. 

Service Module (SM) : The Service Module hosts life support, power, and propulsion for the Crew Module. It has even incorporated systems such as solar panels, thermal control, and fuel required to maneuver in space. A Leap for India, A Step for Mankind 

It is travelling for the homeland-ambition; it is a means through which India projects itself as a nation pushing the envelope for science and technology. It speaks of the efforts of India, which, from the early 60s, started working from scratch and moved on toward human spaceflight. Previously as Indian National Committee for Space Research (INCOSPAR) through the efforts of which ISRO stands tall today. (Also shown beautifully in the series “Rocket Boys’’. 

Every step of this mission-from the roar of the S200 boosters to the final orbit-speaks of the dreams and aspirations of over 1.4 billion Indians.

The saga of India's space history has been one of tests and triumphs. Everything Gaganyaan would symbolize-the never-give-up attitude, the grit, and small incremental steps of the nation toward its goal. Scientific paraphernalia that the Vyomanauts will carry into space will be a ride for all the hopes and dreams and pride of an entire nation. Gaganyaan is not just a journey to space but also a symbol of self-sufficiency and innovation in our country. On its new conquering rocket, HLVM3, India will soon leap into a new page of its space journey for generations to inspire. 

JAI HIND!