Sasikumar P

Scientist at VSSC/ ISRO and Author of more than 40 popular science books

Role: Scientist at Vssc - Indian Space Research Organization
Location: Thiruvananthapuram, KL, IN
LinkedIn followers: 500 followers

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Vssc - Indian Space Research Organization
Jun 2004 — Present · Thiruvananthapuram, IN
Scientist at ISRO with 20+ years of experience in composite processing for launch vehicles and spacecraft.Acclaimed science writer with 40+ books published in Tamil and English.Recipient of the Best Author Award from the Government of Tamil Nadu.Renowned for breaking down complex technologies into simple, accessible explanations.Delivered engaging lectures in schools and institutions, inspiring students on topics ranging from kitchen science to rocket science.Dedicated to bridging the gap between research and public understanding of science.Author of a comprehensive handbook on composites, an indispensable reference for engineers, technicians, students, and professionals.

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Vssc - Indian Space Research Organization

Defense and Space Manufacturing · 1.4K employees · Founded 1963 · Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India

Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC) is the lead Centre of Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) under the Department of Space (DOS), Government of India. VSSC pioneers in rocket research and launch vehicle projects of ISRO. The Centre also pursues research and development activities in associated areas like propellants, solid propulsion technology, aerodynamics, aero structural and aero thermal fields, avionics, polymers and composites, guidance, control & simulation, computer and information, mechanical engineering, aerospace mechanisms, vehicle integration and testing, space ordnance, chemicals and materials. Systems reliability and quality assurance of all aspects of engineering and operations are studied and evaluated to the levels of perfection required in each field. Programme planning and evaluation, technology transfer and industrial coordination, indigenisation, human resources development, safety and personnel and general administration groups support the Centre for all its activities. The Space Physics Laboratory (SPL) at VSSC carries out research and studies in atmospheric science and other related space science activities. Ammonium Perchlorate Experimental Plant (APEP) at Aluva in Kerala and the ISRO Inertial Systems Unit (IISU) at Thiruvananthapuram in Kerala also form part of VSSC. The ongoing programmes at VSSC include launch vehicle projects like Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV), Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV), Rohini Sounding Rockets and Space-capsule Recovery Experiments. The next generation launcher GSLV (also known as LVM3) has successfully undergone an experimental flight with passive cryo stage and proved the atmospheric regime. LVM3 flight with an active cryo stage, Reusable Launch Vehicle (RLV) and Air Breathing Propulsion for Advanced Reusable Launch Vehicle, Human Spaceflight Project etc are on the anvil.

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