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ISRO's 'Pushpak' Achieves Major Milestone In The Reusable Launch Vehicle Technology Sector. Know Significance The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)'s reusable launch vehicle prototype 'Pushpak', a winged vehicle, has achieved a major milestone. Also known as the reusable launch vehicle technology demonstrator (RLV-TD), Pushpak demonstrated autonomous landing on a runway after being released by a helicopter from a certain altitude. The experiment, conducted at 7:10 am IST on March 22, 2024, at the Aeronautical Test Range (ATR) in Chitradurga, Karnataka, was the second leg of ISRO's reusable launch vehicle autonomous landing mission (RLV LEX). Therefore, the experiment is called RLV LEX-02. The spacecraft is indigenously developed. The first leg of the mission was successfully completed on April 2, 2023. What is RLV LEX-02? How is the success of the experiment important for India? Know everything by reading my article. https://lnkd.in/gqqbemCM

Landing Experiment Likely In Challakere Next Week An important programme that will demonstrate one of the technologies needed to meet India’s ambitions of sustained human presence in space is scheduled for a key landing experiment (LEX) at the Aeronautical Test Range (ATR) in Challakere, Chitradurga, 220km from Bengaluru, Isro chairman S Somanath confirmed to TOI in an exclusive interview. The experiment will be of a scaled-down version of the Reusable Launch Vehicle (RLV), a desi version of the space shuttle, and the test could happen in the first half of the coming week. “It could happen any day now. The vehicle has reached Chitradurga and it could happen next week. Last time, we had done a nominal test where the dropping was aligned with the runway and the whole process of landing was in one plane. In the next test, we are going lateral, dropping it away from the runway and the RLV will need to take a detour and come and land on the runway,” Somanath said. The nominal test Somanath refers to was carried out on April 2, 2023 — the RLV autonomous landing mission or RLV-LEX at Challakere using a scaled-down version of the RLV technology demonstrator (RLV-TD). The actual vehicle will be 1.6 times larger. Saying the altitude from which the RLV will be dropped and the speeds will be the same as last year’s test, Somanath said in the future, the RLV would test other conditions like wind, different failure conditions and other factors. In the next test, the RLV will be carried to an altitude of about 4.5km by an IAF helicopter and released for carrying out an autonomous landing on runway. RLV is essentially a space plane with a low lift-to-drag ratio, requiring an approach at high-glide angles that necessitates a landing at high velocities of 350kmph. Isro will be using the Chinook helicopter that will carry the RLV as an underslung load and fly to a height of 4.5km. Once the predetermined parameters are attained, based on the RLV’s mission management computer command, it will be released mid-air. Release conditions will include multiple parameters covering position, velocity, altitude and body rates, etc. Given that there will be a lateral drift in dropping this time, the RLV’s approach and landing manoeuvres using the integrated navigation, guidance and control system will differ from the April 2023 autonomous landing. India's RLV technology will undergo a key landing experiment at Aeronautical Test Range in Challakere. The scaled-down version will be tested with varying conditions to assess performance for future space missions.

ISRO’s Pushpak Achieves Milestone: Successful Completion of Third Reusable Launch Vehicle Landing Experiment 🚀🌍 On June 23, 2024, ISRO celebrated a major achievement with the successful completion of the third landing experiment of its Reusable Launch Vehicle (RLV) named ‘Pushpak’. Conducted at the Aeronautical Test Range (ATR) in Chitradurga, Karnataka, this mission showcased advanced autonomous capabilities and robust technology. Key Highlights: 🚀Objective: Replicate high-speed landing conditions to validate critical technologies for future Reusable Launch Vehicles. 🚀Technical Feats: Autonomous landing from 4.5 km altitude, precise cross-range corrections, and advanced multisensor fusion for accurate data. 🚀Significance: Demonstrates ISRO's expertise in reusable space technology, reducing costs and increasing mission frequency. 🚀Collaboration: Extensive teamwork across ISRO centers, Indian institutions, and key industrial partners. 🚀Future Prospects: Development of Orbital Reusable Vehicles (RLV-ORV) for autonomous re-entry and landing after orbital missions. Join Us in Celebrating This Milestone! ISRO’s success with the RLV LEX-03 mission, Pushpak, is a testament to India’s advancing capabilities in space exploration. Read more about this exciting development on our blog: https://lnkd.in/ex-qv9zi #ISRO #Pushpak #RLV #SpaceExploration #Innovation #ReusableTechnology #SpaceTechnology #India #SpaceScience

Kudan provides its SLAM technology to SEGWAY, TOYOTA, NASA, Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd., and others. #Kudan #SEGWAY　#NVIDIA　#TOYOTA　#NASA　#Kawasakiheavyindustries What is SLAM? It is an application that simultaneously estimates self-location and maps from various sensors, cameras, etc. SLAM will become indispensable for autonomous driving, robots, drones, etc. in the future.

🌐💡 Transforming the Skies: A Leap in Autonomous Aviation 💡🌐 At Goudsmit UK, we are always inspired by technological advancements that redefine the boundaries of what's possible. A recent development in aviation, highlighted by CNN Business, is a perfect example of such innovation - a cargo plane that successfully flies without a pilot on board! This breakthrough in autonomous flight technology is not just a step forward for aviation; it's a giant leap. It showcases the incredible potential of precision engineering and advanced technology - principles that are at the heart of what we do at Goudsmit UK, especially in the realm of Magnetic Technology. Watch this remarkable achievement and reflect on how such innovations are reshaping industries and the future of transportation. 👉 Watch the full CNN story here: https://ow.ly/Q3Ak50Qn1R4 #GoudsmitUK #Innovation #MagneticTechnology #AutonomousFlight #AviationFuture #EngineeringExcellence

ISRO’s Pushpak Achieves Milestone: Successful Completion of Third Reusable Launch Vehicle Landing Experiment 🚀🌍 On June 23, 2024, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) marked a significant milestone with the successful completion of the third landing experiment of its Reusable Launch Vehicle (RLV) named ‘Pushpak’. The RLV LEX-03 mission, conducted at the Aeronautical Test Range (ATR) in Chitradurga, Karnataka, demonstrated ISRO's advanced autonomous capabilities and robust technology. Mission Objectives and Achievements The primary goal of the RLV LEX-03 mission was to replicate high-speed landing conditions and validate critical technologies for future Reusable Launch Vehicles. The successful execution underscores ISRO's proficiency in developing sophisticated guidance algorithms essential for Orbital Re-entry Missions. Technical Highlights 🚀Launch and Landing: Released from an Indian Air Force Chinook Helicopter at 4.5 km altitude, Pushpak executed precise cross-range correction maneuvers, landing at the runway centerline. 🚀Aerodynamic Design: Pushpak's low lift-to-drag ratio required a landing speed exceeding 320 km/h. A brake parachute and landing gear brakes ensured safe deceleration. 🚀Autonomous Operations: Multisensor fusion with Inertial sensors, Radar altimeter, Flush air data system, Pseudolite system, and NavIC ensured accurate data for autonomous landing. Significance of Reusability Reusable space technology reduces costs and increases mission frequency. The reuse of Pushpak's winged body and flight systems from the LEX-02 mission highlights ISRO's robust and reliable design. Collaboration and Team Effort The success of RLV LEX-03 is a result of collaboration across ISRO centers and Indian institutions, including VSSC, SAC, ISTRAC, SDSC-SHAR, and others. Key industrial partners like the Indian Oil Corporation of India and the Airport Authority of India also played crucial roles. Future Prospects ISRO is now poised to develop the Orbital Reusable Vehicle (RLV-ORV), building on the technologies validated through the LEX missions. This ambitious project aims for autonomous re-entry and landing after orbital missions, making space more accessible and sustainable. The success of RLV LEX-03 marks a major milestone for ISRO and India's space exploration capabilities. As ISRO advances with plans for orbital reusable vehicles, Pushpak’s achievements will serve as a strong foundation for future innovations. Read more on our blog: https://lnkd.in/e9TcPdDC #ISRO #Pushpak #RLV #SpaceExploration #Innovation #ReusableTechnology #SpaceTechnology #India #SpaceScience

🤖 RIFM ( Research In Flying Motion ) 🤖 🚀 Successful Autonomous Drone Flight🚀 Today, we achieved a significant milestone in our drone project by completing a fully autonomous flight without any issues. The drone performed exceptionally well, maintaining stability and optimal condition throughout the entire flight. We are thrilled to share a video of this successful mission, showcasing the capabilities and precision of our automated system. This achievement is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our team. 🔧 Technical Details: 🚀Drone: Grid Path Auto Pilot ⏰Flight Duration: 30 min 🧠Mission Objective: Autonomous Flight Testing✈️ Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to push the boundaries of drone technology. #RIFM #DroneTechnology #AutonomousFlight #Innovation #TechAchievement #TeamSuccess ER.Ravindra Ghate (Mech B-TECH) 🚀🚀🚀🚀🚀🚀🚀🚀🚀🚀🚀🚀🚀🚀

In case you missed it, our #specialissue of the SAE International Journal of Aerospace on Uncrewed Aircraft Systems and Autonomy published last year, and it includes three Open Access articles which you can read for free now! Find a preview below! This special issue brings our readers critical investigations into the state of uncrewed aircraft systems and autonomy. Articles include valuable case studies on small UAS (sUAS) near midair collisions with aircraft, a review of simulation fidelity for autonomous vehicles assured aerial autonomy, novel geometry for tangential omnidirectional flight, flight dynamics modeling, and prognostics in autonomous aircraft operations. You can find the full issue on SAE Mobilus: https://sae.to/3SrJU4i Links to the individual articles are included in the PDF, and can be accessed by downloading it. #aerospaceengineering #uav #research

Autonomous Flight Termination Unit successfully launched during live hypersonic flight test CAES is excited to announce that its Autonomous Flight Termination Unit (AFTU) performed flawlessly on a recent flight of a hypersonic test platform. The flight test was part of a program to validate payload performance in a very challenging, operationally-relevant hypersonic environment. This live flight success signifies a major milestone in product development. “We are excited to expand upon the CAES product portfolio to include AFTUs for hypersonic vehicles,” said CAES Chief Operating Officer Dr. David Young. “The recent flight test continues to reaffirm our confidence in the AFTU product line by successfully demonstrating one of the CAES-developed and manufactured AFTU prototypes. Hypersonic development is a critical area, and we look forward to continuing to develop products that meet the needs of today’s challenging environment.” #AutonomousFlight #Autonomous #Aviation #TogetherWePioneer #Flight #Space #Launch https://lnkd.in/eRNgR4xA

US tests bigger, meaner variant of Terminator-like robot drone tank. https://lnkd.in/dt9dGY8A The problem is absolutely not their very existence, that it's nothing new, but the means of control and containment, with the technology's autonomy moving forward. Nature's: https://lnkd.in/diwuXYsP United Nations ODA : https://lnkd.in/dNdD8NQn Axios Interview: https://lnkd.in/dx8P9HQm - reminding us that anything autonomous can be hacked and used against you. The Axios article is from an agency that does evaluate AI use and it's not dobizing it, it's not about being nervous about, it's about being prepared and aware. An international treaty is in order? It appears so.