COIMBATORE, India – In a landmark moment for Indian aerospace, Coimbatore-based Lakshmi Machine Works Advanced Technology Centre (LMW ATC) has successfully delivered India's largest-ever composite Ogive Payload Fairing (OPLF) to the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO).
The handover to ISRO Chairman, Shri S Somanath, marks a significant achievement for LMW ATC and underscores the country's growing prowess in space technology.
The OPLF is a critical component of the Geostationary Satellite Launch Vehicle Mark III (GSLV MKIII), India's most powerful launch vehicle. This massive structure, measuring 5 meters in diameter and 10.75 meters tall, consists of four segments: the boat tail, cylinder, ogive, and nose cap. Its primary function is to protect satellites from the extreme aerodynamic and thermal stresses experienced during launch.
"We are immensely proud of Coimbatore's LMW ATC for their significant achievement," said Tamil Nadu Industries Minister TRB Rajaa. "This project signifiesthe growing capabilities of Indian private industries in contributing to the nation's spacefaring endeavors."
LMW ATC's successful delivery of the OPLF received praise from LMW's Chief Managing Director, Mr. Sanjay Jayavarthanavelu, and ISRO Chairman, Shri S Somanath, for their leadership and commitment.
This collaboration highlights the synergy between India's space agency and its private sector, paving the way for greater innovation in the realm of space technology.
