Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) carried out the first integrated test on an intermediate configuration of its 2000 kN semicryogenic engine at the newly commissioned Semicryogenic Integrated Engine & Stage Test facility at the ISRO Propulsion Complex (IPRC) in Mahendragiri. The test was carried out on May 10.
According to the space agency, the intermediate configuration, designated as Power Head Test Article (PHTA), comprises all the engine systems, except the thrust chamber. The test is the first in a series of tests planned to validate the design of the propellant feed system, including the low-pressure and high-pressure turbo-pumps, the gas generator, and control components.
The Liquid Propulsion Systems Centre (LPSC) of ISRO has undertaken the design & development of a semicryogenic engine with 2000 kN thrust with Indian industry participation, and will power the booster stages of future launch vehicles, and works on Liquid Oxygen (LOX) Kerosene propellant combination.
