Kalpana-1
Two-stage solid rocket with parachute recovery
Kalpana-2
Three-stage hybrid with AI landing system
Kalpana-3
Advanced hybrid with liquid propulsion
Revolutionizing space access with reusable rocket technology and AI-powered autonomous landing systems.
The Kalpana Series Rocket Mission (2024-2028) is a groundbreaking initiative by TALISHA Space Research Organization, focusing on reusable space technology and advanced AI-driven autonomous landing systems.
The series includes Kalpana-1, Kalpana-2, and Kalpana-3, each designed for progressive advancements in propulsion, payload capacity, and mission range. Kalpana-1, a two-stage solid rocket, reaches 30 km and returns safely with a parachute landing system. Kalpana-2, a three-stage hybrid rocket, integrates AI-powered autonomous landing, supporting five payloads up to 20 kg, with the capability to land on both land and water. The most advanced, Kalpana-3, is a three-stage hybrid rocket featuring liquid and solid propulsion, reaching 230 km while carrying 10 CubeSats up to 34 kg, designed for water landings.
These missions mark a significant step in scientific research, CubeSat deployment, and reusable space exploration, shaping the future of affordable and sustainable space missions.
Two-stage solid rocket with parachute recovery
Three-stage hybrid with AI landing system
Advanced hybrid with liquid propulsion
15kg to 35 km Low Inclination Orbit
9 kg to 500 km SSPO
23 kg to 50 km Low Inclination Orbit
15 kg to 500 km SSPO
35 kg to 86 km Low Inclination Orbit
21 kg to 500 km SSPO
Highly reliable solid propulsion stages with proven design heritage. Miniaturized and Modern Avionics. Ultra-Lowshock Pneumatic separation.
Advanced Cryogenic Methalox engine replaces upper stage of Kalpana-1.
An Upgrade to Kalpana 2 With Additional low cost Strapped on Solid Rocket Boosters
Orbital Adjustment Module with re-start capability enables multi-orbit insertions.
Upper stage cryo-engine with re-start capability enables multi-orbit insertions.
Lowest cost in the payload segment and reusability
Lowest cost in the payload segment
Requires Minimal range infrastructure. Can be assembled and launched within 74 hours from any launch site.
Requires Minimal range infrastructure. Can be assembled and launched within 102 hours from any launch site.