Archive · 18 Aug 2025
Skyroot's Vikram-1: India's Private Rocket Takes Shape
Skyroot Aerospace is building a rocket called Vikram-1 in India.
The rocket uses special 3D-printed parts to make it strong and lighter.
They recently tested a big part of the rocket by firing it up.
A team of engineers is now making sure everything works perfectly, like the engine and the computer that controls the rocket.
The goal is to launch the Vikram-1 into space later this year to put satellites in orbit.
This is a big step for private space companies in India, aiming to be a major player in the growing space launch market.
Skyroot Aerospace is developing the Vikram-1 launch vehicle in Hyderabad.
The Vikram-1 rocket features 3D-printed engines and is made of carbon composites.
The rocket successfully completed a static test-firing of its Stage-1 booster.
Approximately 600 employees are working on fine-tuning the rocket's components.
The Vikram-1 aims to launch satellites into orbit later this year.
- Who
- Skyroot Aerospace, including engineers like Anant and Spatika.
- What
- Skyroot Aerospace is developing the Vikram-1 launch vehicle.
- When
- Slated for orbital launch later this year.
- Where
- Hyderabad, India.
- Why
- To propel the country onto the global launch stage and enter the growing space launch market.
- Rocket Name
- Vikram-1
- Material
- Carbon Composites
- Engine Type
- 3D-printed
- Location
- Hyderabad
- Employees
- Approximately 600
- Static Test
- Successful