Indigenous 10-Tonne Vertical Mixer Showcases India’s Technological Advancements: ISRO
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Synopsis
The indigenous 10-tonne propellant mixer developed by ISRO and CMTI highlights India's technological advancements, focusing on self-reliance and innovation in space technology.
Key Takeaways
- Indigenous development of technology showcased.
- Collaboration between ISRO and CMTI.
- World's largest vertical mixer for solid propellants.
- Enhances productivity and quality in heavy solid motors.
- Utilizes advanced control systems for safe operation.
New Delhi, Feb 17 (NationPress) The indigenously created 10-tonne propellant mixer for solid motors stands as proof of India’s expanding technological capabilities, according to the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO).
The propellant mixer was developed and realized by the Satish Dhawan Space Centre SHAR, ISRO, in partnership with the Central Manufacturing Technology Institute (CMTI), Bengaluru — a leading research and development organization under the Ministry of Heavy Industries.
This 10-tonne vertical mixer weighs around 150 tonnes, measuring 5.4 metres in length, 3.3 metres in breadth, and 8.7 metres in height.
“The realization of this indigenous 10-tonne vertical mixer is a true reflection of India’s advancing technological capabilities, self-sufficiency, and steadfast dedication to innovation,” stated ISRO.
“The Department of Space has embarked on numerous initiatives aimed at the indigenous development of vital technologies, materials, and machinery as part of ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat in Space’,” the agency further noted.
This mixer is recognized as the world’s largest vertical propellant mixer for solid propellants — a remarkable technological achievement.
Solid propellants form the backbone of rocket motors, and their production necessitates meticulous mixing of sensitive and hazardous components. The evolution of this vertical mixer involves collaboration with academic institutions and industries, having successfully completed factory-level acceptance tests, according to ISRO.
This high-capacity mixer is set to enhance productivity, quality, and throughput in the production of heavy solid motors. The system features multiple agitators that are hydrostatically driven and will be remotely controlled via a PLC-based control system utilizing Supervisor Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) stations.
The mixer was officially handed over to the Director of SDSC SHAR by the Director of CMTI last week in Bengaluru.
Notable features of the 10-tonne vertical mixer encompass high-capacity mixing of propellant components in a single batch, precision control for consistent quality and performance, and safety in handling hazardous materials.
