Centre of Excellence in Fluid and Thermal Science Research

• The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has inaugurated the Shri S Ramakrishnan Centre of Excellence in Fluid and Thermal Science Research at IIT Madras to advance space-related thermal and fluid research.

About the Research Centre

• Named after S Ramakrishnan, an IIT Madras alumnus and distinguished aerospace engineer.
• Established in the Department of Mechanical Engineering, IIT Madras.
• Aims to develop cutting-edge thermal and fluid science solutions for space applications.

Objectives

• Develop advanced cooling solutions to tackle heat dissipation challenges in satellites and launch vehicles.
• Establish high-fidelity simulation and testing facilities for improved thermal control systems.
• Enhance India’s self-reliance in space technologies and support future deep-space missions through industry-academia collaboration.