New Delhi (NVI): In a historic mission today, India successfully flight-tested Hypersonic Technology Demonstrator Vehicle (HSTDV) using an indigenously developed scramjet propulsion system.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh congratulated DRDO for the successful mission, saying that “with this success, all critical technologies are now established to progress to the next phase.”
“I congratulate to DRDO on this landmark achievement towards realising PM’s vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat. I spoke to the scientists associated with the project and congratulated them on this great achievement. India is proud of them,” Singh tweeted.
I congratulate to DRDO on this landmark achievement towards realising PM’s vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat. I spoke to the scientists associated with the project and congratulated them on this great achievement. India is proud of them.
— Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) September 7, 2020
The successful testing of HSTDV is being considered as big step towards Atmanirbhar Bharat (self-reliant India).
The HSTDV is equipped with scramjet engine and it is capable of cruising at a speed of mach 6 and move up to an altitude of 32.5 km (20 miles) in 20 seconds.
It has multiple civilian applications and can also be used for launching satellites at low cost and long-range cruise missile.
DRDO with this successful test demonstrated capabilities for highly complex technology. This will serve as the building block for NextGen Hypersonic vehicles in partnership with the private industry.
After the successful operation, DRDO Chairman congratulated all the scientists, researchers and other personnel related with the mission for their resolute and unwavering efforts towards strengthening nation’s defence capabilities.
