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Indian Navy and ISRO Conduct Successful Recovery Trials for Gaganyaan Mission

By Jitendra Singh
Last updated: December 11, 2024
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Indian Navy and ISRO Conduct Successful Recovery Trials for Gaganyaan Mission

The Indian Navy, in collaboration with the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), has taken a significant step forward in preparing for the recovery operations of the Gaganyaan mission. On December 6, 2024, they conducted โ€œWell Deckโ€ recovery trials under the Eastern Naval Command near Visakhapatnam. This exercise involved a well deck-equipped ship, crucial for the safe retrieval of the Gaganyaan Crew Module after it splashes down into the sea.

A well deck on a naval ship can be flooded to allow for the docking of smaller vessels, landing crafts, or even recovered spacecraft. This feature is essential for conducting efficient and safe retrieval operations. During the trials, the teams utilized a simulated mock-up of the Crew Module, which mirrored the mass and shape of the actual spacecraft. This realistic setup allowed for the validation of critical recovery operations.

The trials focused on several important steps, including the attachment of recovery buoys, towing the module to the ship, maneuvering it into the well deck, securing it with fixtures, and draining the deck afterward. These operations are part of an effort to refine the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the recovery phase, ensuring that the crew can be retrieved promptly and safely.

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ISRO and the Indian Navy are diligently working on both standard and contingency recovery scenarios, with a strong emphasis on minimizing the discomfort experienced by the crew during retrieval operations. According to ISRO, the validated procedures and equipment configurations developed during these trials are expected to be pivotal to the success of the Gaganyaan missionโ€™s recovery phase.

The successful execution of these trials marks a crucial milestone in the overall preparation for Indiaโ€™s ambitious human spaceflight program, reflecting the commitment and collaboration between the Indian Navy and ISRO in advancing the nationโ€™s space exploration capabilities.

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