ISRO has carried out a successful sea level hot test of its CE20 Cryogenic Engine with a nozzle area ratio of 100 at the ISRO Propulsion Complex, Mahendragiri, Tamil Nadu on November 29, 2024. The test demonstrated the performance of a multi-element igniter necessary for engine restart capability, overcoming challenges such as flow separation inside the nozzle. This innovative test method aims to reduce complexity and cost in acceptance testing of cryogenic engines.
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What was a major challenge during the sea level hot test of ISRO's CE20 Cryogenic Engine?
Correct Answer: Flow separation inside the nozzle