ISRO successfully tests drogue parachutes for Gaganyaan crew module | Watch

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) on Saturday said it has successfully completed a series of qualification tests for drogue parachutes being developed as part of the deceleration system for the Gaganyaan crew module.

The tests were conducted on December 18 and 19 at the Rail Track Rocket Sled (RTRS) facility of the Terminal Ballistics Research Laboratory (TBRL) in Chandigarh. According to ISRO, the deceleration system of the Gaganyaan crew module consists of 10 parachutes of four different types.

Explaining the descent sequence, the space agency said it begins with the separation of two apex cover separation parachutes, which remove the protective cover from the parachute compartment. This is followed by the deployment of two drogue parachutes that stabilise and decelerate the crew module.

“Upon release of the drogues, three pilot parachutes are deployed to extract three main parachutes, which further slow down the crew module to ensure a safe touchdown,” ISRO said.