ISRO has recently developed India’s first Semi-Cryogenic Engine (SCE), called SCE-200.
About the SCE:
- It uses liquid oxygen (LOX) as the oxidizer and refined kerosene as fuel.
- It is being designed to provide a 2000 kN thrust to enhance the payload capacity of LVM3 and other future launch vehicles.
- Liquid Propulsion Systems Centre (LPSC) is responsible for its development.
- Advantages:
- Refined kerosene is lighter than liquid fuel and can be stored at normal temperatures.
- This enhances rocket payload capacity, and it is eco-friendly and cost-efficient.
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