In this EXCLUSIVE interview, Dr S Unnikrishnan Nair, Director of Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre, gives details of India’s first manned mission to the space, Gaganyaan.
Astronauts will be sent into space and brought back safely, making it an exciting and historic endeavor, says VSCC director.
The mission places paramount emphasis on crew safety and security.
Special considerations for their living environment, including provisions for food, water, and waste management, says VSCC Director.
The launch vehicle, LVM 3, is undergoing extensive upgrades to ensure it is reliable and robust for human space travel. A crew escape system is being installed at the tip of the orbital module, enabling astronauts to evacuate in case of emergencies.
Advanced avionics and a vehicle health management system will monitor vital parameters throughout the mission, making intelligent decisions if any issues arise.