V Narayanan, Chairman of ISRO, inaugurated the 'Shri S. Ramakrishnan Centre of Excellence in Fluid and Thermal Science Research' at IIT Madras on March 17, 2025. The centre supports 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' by advancing space technologies and attracting global research talent. It focuses on spacecraft and launch vehicle thermal management, crucial for India’s space missions. S Ramakrishnan, an IIT Madras alumnus, contributed significantly to PSLV and GSLV MK3 development. ISRO scientists will collaborate with IIT Madras to develop advanced cooling systems for spacecraft. The research will support future lunar, Mars, and deep-space missions.
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