Space HubScramjet
ISRO's Scramjet Engine Technology Demonstrator uses atmospheric oxygen to burn fuel, enabling extremely efficient hypersonic propulsion for future space missions.
Quick answer
Scramjet is an ISRO launch vehicle in the Other series, first flown on 28 August 2016. It has 1 stages and can carry about 0 kg to low Earth orbit and about 0 kg to geosynchronous transfer orbit. Status: operational.
Scramjet: key facts
| Series | Other |
|---|---|
| Status | Operational |
| First flight | 28 August 2016 |
| Stages | 1 |
| Height | 10 m |
| Diameter | 0.5 m |
| Lift-off mass | 3,000 kg |
| Payload to LEO | 0 kg |
| Payload to GTO | 0 kg |
| Launches | 2 |
| Successful launches | 2 |
| Success rate | 100 % |
Frequently asked questions
What is Scramjet?
Scramjet is an ISRO launch vehicle in the Other series, first flown on 28 August 2016. It has 1 stages and can carry about 0 kg to low Earth orbit and about 0 kg to geosynchronous transfer orbit. Status: operational.
When did Scramjet first fly?
Scramjet made its first flight on 28 August 2016.
How many stages does Scramjet have?
Scramjet has 1 stages.
What is Scramjet's payload capacity?
0 kg to low Earth orbit and 0 kg to geosynchronous transfer orbit (listed values).
How many times has Scramjet flown?
Indian Space Hub lists 2 launches, of which 2 were successful (a 100 % success rate).
How big is Scramjet?
10 m tall, 0.5 m in diameter, 3,000 kg at lift-off.