ISRO is preparing a strategy for a next-generation launch vehicle

The architecture for India's ambitious Next Generation Launch Vehicle (NGLV) has been determined, according to ISRO chairman S. Somnath. He told reporters on Thursday at the SMOPS-2023 International Conference on Spacecraft Mission Operations here that the team working on the NGLV project had already delivered a preliminary report focused on how the rocket should appear. "A large team is working on it at various centres, and they came out with a report on how this rocket should look, what the technology inputs should be, what approaches we should take, where we should go, manufacturing," Mr. Somnath explained. He went on to say that ISRO wants the NGLV to be largely reusable, as well as the boosters."We should use next-generation propulsion, as well as cryogenic propulsion in case we need to increase payload, and it should be manufacturable using materials that are currently available in India." Costs should be reduced, and the manufacturing cycle and industry should be examined. "After this process, we will consult with every industry before beginning the project," the ISRO director stated. He stated that the industry will be asked whether they could bear the duty, and that ISRO's commercial arm, NewSpace India Ltd. (NSIL), would discuss it with the industry. "If the industry is willing, they will be brought on board as a shareholder and partner in this process, where they will be a responsible partner in designing and manufacturing. "We will develop a business model to secure funding," he continued. According to Mr. Somnath, the NGLV will be available as a commercial launching vehicle for both government and private usage. "This is the plan; it could take five to ten years because new rocket development is a lengthy process." However, one significant benefit is that we now have the facilities required to build it. This means that progress may take place with little expenditure," Mr. Somnath explained.

Source : ISRO