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- 26 Jun 2016 04:41
- Forum: Trash Can Archive
- Topic: Indo-UK News and Discussion - April 2013
- Replies: 3962
- Views: 625748
- 26 May 2016 04:12
- Forum: Trash Can Archive
- Topic: Indian Space Programme Discussion
- Replies: 3934
- Views: 675589
Re: Indian Space Programme Discussion
Annual Report for 2015-16 is out!!!
Lots of interesting stuff...Will try to provide an overview of the most significant updates later.
Annual Report for 2015-16
Lots of interesting stuff...Will try to provide an overview of the most significant updates later.
Annual Report for 2015-16
- 16 May 2016 19:47
- Forum: Trash Can Archive
- Topic: Indian Space Programme Discussion
- Replies: 3934
- Views: 675589
Re: Indian Space Programme Discussion
Just for the record...
This is how the RLV TSTO is supposed to be.
This is how the RLV TSTO is supposed to be.
- 16 May 2016 19:35
- Forum: Trash Can Archive
- Topic: Indian Space Programme Discussion
- Replies: 3934
- Views: 675589
Re: Indian Space Programme Discussion
There was one news article in ToI that talked about SpaceX beating ISRO in terms of cost advantage once their reusable rockets mature. They havent refurbished and launched any of the 3 returned boosters yet, so we don't really know cost-wise yet. If it does turn out that way, I wonder how long it w...
- 16 May 2016 19:30
- Forum: Trash Can Archive
- Topic: Indian Space Programme Discussion
- Replies: 3934
- Views: 675589
Re: Indian Space Programme Discussion
I couldn't find any concrete answers through Google chacha. However it looks like ISRO is doubling down on reusable shuttle option and not reusable rockets like Space X. Is there a plan in the medium future to develop reusable rockets? It looks to me that a mature space program would need both. Can...
- 15 May 2016 17:01
- Forum: Trash Can Archive
- Topic: Indian Space Programme Discussion
- Replies: 3934
- Views: 675589
Re: Indian Space Programme Discussion
http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/home/science/Isros-big-leap-embarks-on-launching-Indian-space-shuttle/articleshow/52276174.cms The RLV-TD is unlikely to be recovered from sea during this experiment as it is expected that the vehicle will disintegrate on impact with water since it is not designed...
- 23 Feb 2016 20:52
- Forum: Science, Economics & Technology Forum
- Topic: Mass Rapid Transit in India
- Replies: 1494
- Views: 297130
Re: Mass Rapid Transit in India
Good to see you back Rohit_K, been a while. Bangalore <none> BMRCL has not yet invited CMS for conducting a safety audit of Purple line's underground corridor. This part speaks volumes when read along with the other updates. Namma metro seems to be in a mess, perhaps due to the underground issues v...
- 29 Jan 2016 15:37
- Forum: Mil-Tech Archive
- Topic: AMCA News and Discussions
- Replies: 3310
- Views: 891741
Re: AMCA News and Discussions
Although not quite related to AMCA, Japan unveiled a downscaled prototype of its 5th gen aircraft.
Japan unveils first homegrown stealth fighter prototype
Japan unveils first homegrown stealth fighter prototype
- 28 Jan 2016 16:34
- Forum: Trash Can Archive
- Topic: Indian Space Programme Discussion
- Replies: 3934
- Views: 675589
Re: Indian Space Programme Discussion
I believe the RLV HEX will be launched FLP.symontk wrote:Is RLV going to be launched from ASLV launch pad? I am asking since PSLV / GSLV launch pads will be full with PSLV launches
- 24 Jan 2016 04:16
- Forum: Trash Can Archive
- Topic: Indian Space Programme Discussion
- Replies: 3934
- Views: 675589
Re: Indian Space Programme Discussion
PSLV can't support all these ambitious missions. Worry about getting the GSLV Mk.2/3 certified first by launching satellites. Only then, will it be feasible to start doing these missions. Venus hot-air balloon mission has never been done and talked about before by ISRO, it would be a really amazing...
- 24 Jan 2016 03:43
- Forum: Trash Can Archive
- Topic: LCA Tejas: News and Discussions
- Replies: 4035
- Views: 714319
Re: LCA Tejas: News and Discussions
Its a tremendous achievement and I would like to congratulate the whole team on getting bird till here. Sir, if I might ask, what mach numbers have been achieved by LCA at sea level and overall? Also, the GE414 for Mk2 were scheduled to start arriving by december 2015. Since Mk1A is the priority, w...
- 24 Jan 2016 01:21
- Forum: Trash Can Archive
- Topic: LCA Tejas: News and Discussions
- Replies: 4035
- Views: 714319
- 24 Jan 2016 01:17
- Forum: Trash Can Archive
- Topic: LCA Tejas: News and Discussions
- Replies: 4035
- Views: 714319
Re: LCA Tejas: News and Discussions
New Photos on FB Page
- 23 Jan 2016 02:55
- Forum: Trash Can Archive
- Topic: Indian Space Programme Discussion
- Replies: 3934
- Views: 675589
Re: Indian Space Programme Discussion
what are the military applications of IRNSS satellits? Guidance!! For missiles, aircraft and what not. ISRO was working with some application developers in Bangalore o bring this to the civilian area. The devices(mobiles etc) will need a some small piece of new hardware to start making use of the I...
- 21 Jan 2016 23:57
- Forum: Trash Can Archive
- Topic: West Asia News and Discussions (YEMEN, gulf)
- Replies: 4734
- Views: 679202
Re: West Asia News and Discussions (YEMEN, gulf)
Grand mufti bans chess in Saudi Arabia Remarkably, chess is actually an Arab invention which was exported by Muslims from Persia to Europe during the Islamic Golden Age from the 7th century onwards. :lol: :lol: The Gulf region is no stranger to seemingly weird fatwas. For instance, in 2001, Saudi A...
- 17 Jan 2016 22:22
- Forum: Trash Can Archive
- Topic: LCA Tejas: News and Discussions
- Replies: 4035
- Views: 714319
Re: LCA Tejas: News and Discussions
^^ Condensation usually depends on the Gs being pulled by the aircraft and also the altitude because closer to sea level and the coast the air would be more moist right?
So, I guess it is a combination of the higher Gs and the lower altitude at Bahrain.
So, I guess it is a combination of the higher Gs and the lower altitude at Bahrain.
- 13 Jan 2016 18:36
- Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
- Topic: Afghanistan News & Discussion
- Replies: 3997
- Views: 619915
Re: Afghanistan News & Discussion
^^ Interesting that the TSP consulate was targeted! :twisted: Hmm..why would ISIS target the Pakistani consulate? The Indian and Iranian consulates would have been better targets considering they were close by and would have resulted in much wider propaganda value for ISIS. Considering that ISIS ar...
- 12 Jan 2016 23:58
- Forum: Military Issues & History Forum
- Topic: Historical Battles in Ancient & Medieval Bharat
- Replies: 2455
- Views: 573960
Re: Historical Battles in Ancient & Medieval Bharat
I read somewhere that there are no Indian records of Alexander's invasion at all. It must have been something really minor. There is text describing the events around the fall of Nandas and rise of Chandragupta Maurya. It's the Mudrarakshasa. It was actually composed a long time after the events (I...
- 06 Jan 2016 06:38
- Forum: Trash Can Archive
- Topic: Indian Space Programme Discussion
- Replies: 3934
- Views: 675589
Re: Indian Space Programme Discussion
Some new info on Chandrayaan-2 and future Chandrayaans. ISRO Puts Off Nuclear Powered Space Mission The nuclear power is expected expected to increase the lifespan of the mission as life of Chandrayaan 1, launched in 2008, was cut short by two months due to technical problems. Bhabha Atomic Research...
- 06 Jan 2016 06:28
- Forum: Trash Can Archive
- Topic: Indian Space Programme Discussion
- Replies: 3934
- Views: 675589
Re: Indian Space Programme Discussion
1. PSLV /GSLV core stage is a 4800 KN thrust solid (and hence a low isp). Replacing that core stage with a 4000 KN (ie 4MN) thrust high isp liquid will result in a far more efficient vehicle, and you can get rid of a lot of boosters and maybe even the 2nd stage 2. A PLSV --> with the 4MN liquid cor...
- 05 Jan 2016 04:57
- Forum: Trash Can Archive
- Topic: Indian Space Programme Discussion
- Replies: 3934
- Views: 675589
Re: Indian Space Programme Discussion
Sorry. Meant Atlas V and not Saturn V. The Atlas V (one of the most efficient launch vehicles), is basically a 4MN thrust RD-180 topped by a 100 KN cryogenic stage. A GSLV with a 4MN thrust LOX/Hydrocarbon core topped with the 200 KN CE 20 will be pretty competitive. Let us first see what ISRO want...
- 03 Jan 2016 19:31
- Forum: Trash Can Archive
- Topic: LCA Tejas: News and Discussions
- Replies: 4035
- Views: 714319
Re: LCA Tejas: News and Discussions
The 8 F414s ordered by ADA for Mk2 PVs were supposed to arrive by end of 2015 right? Do we have any further cues on that?
- 31 Dec 2015 04:42
- Forum: Trash Can Archive
- Topic: Indian Space Programme Discussion
- Replies: 3934
- Views: 675589
Re: Indian Space Programme Discussion
I already mentioned the long delays in the RLV TD program. But, given the current status and the issue at hand it would be good to say that we shouldn't be expecting years worth of delays anymore. ISRO might have a history of not keeping schedules and very long delays, but I do see them working on t...
- 30 Dec 2015 05:41
- Forum: Military Issues & History Forum
- Topic: Attention non-members and lurkers !
- Replies: 414
- Views: 1143958
Re: Can't join BRF due to no work/ISP email ? Read this.
Me. Need my old ID back ie 'KrishG'. I have also lost access to the BR Main site volunteer forum.archan wrote:Are all outstanding requests taken care of or some member still needs help?
- 29 Dec 2015 23:07
- Forum: Trash Can Archive
- Topic: Indian Space Programme Discussion
- Replies: 3934
- Views: 675589
Re: Indian Space Programme Discussion
Rest assured theere will be no RLV flight in 2016. Sorry? The HEX is scheduled for February or April as per ISRO . Sure things might delayed but the timeline waswhat ISRO gave. Yes it has seen a lot of delays but I am expecting to see it happen in the next year and then we would see ISRO start focu...
- 29 Dec 2015 22:11
- Forum: Trash Can Archive
- Topic: Indian Space Programme Discussion
- Replies: 3934
- Views: 675589
Re: Indian Space Programme Discussion
Well, ISRO mostly prefers names based on the functional aspects (GSLV, PSLV, RISAT, INSAT, IRNSS) or even after personalities (Aryabhatta, Bhaskara, Kalpana). There have been instances where ISRO did give the spacecraft like Chandrayaan, Aditya (mind you the official name of Mangalyaan is Mars Orbit...
- 16 Dec 2015 17:07
- Forum: Trash Can Archive
- Topic: Indian Space Programme Discussion
- Replies: 3934
- Views: 675589
Re: Indian Space Programme Discussion
PAM-G is different from PSLV 4th stage. PAM-G has more fuel. The first use will be Chandrayaan-2. Hopefully it will replace PSLV 4th stage later. It can be incorporated to GSLVMk3 replacing C-25 so that a uniform core can be used for different payload reqs But, PAM/G was developed based on the PSLV...
- 16 Dec 2015 05:45
- Forum: Trash Can Archive
- Topic: Indian Space Programme Discussion
- Replies: 3934
- Views: 675589
Re: Indian Space Programme Discussion
Latest info about 2nd burn: A unique feature of this flight is that 46 minutes after all the satellites are launched the 4th stage will Re-start and will remain ignited for 4 seconds. This may appear to be an insignificant thing but there are technological achievements for ISRO if this happens. Thi...
- 16 Dec 2015 05:32
- Forum: Military Issues & History Forum
- Topic: Kaveri & Aero-Engine: News & Discussion
- Replies: 6378
- Views: 2072700
Re: Kaveri & aero-engine discussion
http://aeroindialive.nic.in/show_ondemand.asp?id_episode=31&id_part=31 The Chair was right when he said that IAF wanted HAL/GTRE to now come up with an engine first and then design a platform around it. That is what they are doing. IAF (and many here in BRF too) was very critical of GTRE/DRDO w...
- 15 Dec 2015 03:53
- Forum: Trash Can Archive
- Topic: LCA Tejas: News and Discussions
- Replies: 4035
- Views: 714319
Re: LCA Tejas: News and Discussions
Cross-posting Okay, this report by Ajai Shukla had more tidbits Cutting-edge Israeli radar wins air force approval for Tejas fighter Elta is ready to offer ELM-2052 with no development cost/time overhead if it is accepted by at least two aircrafts. HAL says its Mk1A, Jaguars and possibly the Mirages...
- 15 Dec 2015 03:33
- Forum: Military Issues & History Forum
- Topic: Kaveri & Aero-Engine: News & Discussion
- Replies: 6378
- Views: 2072700
Re: Kaveri & aero-engine discussion
All of the Jaguars should be upgraded. At least the quote asked from Honeywell was for 270 engines. We don't need to subvert this order for the HTFE-2500. Even if we get all the trainers, that will be close to 1000 engines over the lifetime. If the core is to be used for turboshafts, the order will...
- 09 Dec 2015 19:45
- Forum: Science, Economics & Technology Forum
- Topic: Preserving, Enhancing and Improving Water Resources of India
- Replies: 135
- Views: 39409
- 09 Dec 2015 19:18
- Forum: Science, Economics & Technology Forum
- Topic: Preserving, Enhancing and Improving Water Resources of India
- Replies: 135
- Views: 39409
Re: Preserving, Enhancing and Improving Water Resources of I
One of the little known facts about Bengaluru is that we had (still have) a couple of rivers (or rivulets) flowing through the proper city. Sadly, these have been turned into drains during the past 30-40 years. These rivers are the tributaries of the Arkavathy river which in turn joins the Kaveri. 1...
- 09 Dec 2015 16:54
- Forum: Science, Economics & Technology Forum
- Topic: Nature Conservation in India News & Discussion
- Replies: 807
- Views: 175563
Re: Nature & Wildlife Conservation in India
I do not understand why the forest officials in Gujrat are doing this. The lions have to have the at most importance. If it makes sense to move them Kuno Barda then do it. Stop giving stupid reasons. I hope the supreme court forces them to comply with the reintroduction project at Kuno Barda.
- 04 Dec 2015 18:25
- Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
- Topic: Chennai floods
- Replies: 523
- Views: 72192
Re: Chennai floods
Not sure about where the video is from....Description says this was near Chembarrambakkam Lake. People were stuck inside the house.
- 04 Dec 2015 17:42
- Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
- Topic: Chennai floods
- Replies: 523
- Views: 72192
Re: Chennai floods
Its not just Chennai...Even though it has stopped raining in Chennai, I hear Cuddalore and some other places is still bearing the brunt of heavy rains. I hope people who are helping out Chennai can concentrate a part of the resources on these other places (which are not getting much media or sm atte...
- 29 Nov 2015 21:26
- Forum: Military Issues & History Forum
- Topic: Attention non-members and lurkers !
- Replies: 414
- Views: 1143958
Re: Can't join BRF due to no work/ISP email ? Read this.
Hi guys, Have been away getting ready for my post grad studies. I am back to being a student so dont have my work email anymore. Please change my BR mail to my gmail (I will provide uni email at later date) gopalakrishna.char1991<at>gmail<dot>com Thnaks, KrishG I tried changing the email in the Con...
- 29 Nov 2015 17:58
- Forum: Trash Can Archive
- Topic: China Military Watch - August 9, 2014
- Replies: 1128
- Views: 218455
Re: China Military Watch - August 9, 2014
Looks like GSLV Copy Was ISRO hacked too ;) :) Hmmm... cant trust those commies. :wink: Similarities uncanny. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Geosynchronous_Satellite_Launch_Vehicle_Mk_III https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Long_March_5 No similarities except maybe the overall look (even that appearance i...
- 29 Nov 2015 17:42
- Forum:
- Topic: BR Mainsite 2.0 : Volunteers Wanted
- Replies: 133
- Views: 0
Re: BR Mainsite 2.0 : Volunteers Wanted
Sorry guys, krishG here!
Was caught with some stuff and my old handle became inaccessible after I moved to Germany. Would like to continue where I left ie work on Indian Space Program.
Cheers
Was caught with some stuff and my old handle became inaccessible after I moved to Germany. Would like to continue where I left ie work on Indian Space Program.
Cheers