Vyommitra The Female Humanoid Robot to Join ISRO's Gaganyaan Mission

Vyommitra the ISRO's (Indian Space Research Organisation) female humanoid robot will join India's historic Gaganyaan mission. ISRO is all set to send Vyommitra on its much anticipated Gaganyaan mission. The move will be marked as a significant leap for ISRO in its space exploration endeavor.

Who is Vyommitra?

Vyommitra is a half-humanoid robot resembling humans. She made her debut on 22nd January 2020 at the Human Spaceflight and Exploration Symposium in Bengaluru.

Vyommitra is named after the Sanskrit words 'Vyoma' which means 'space' and 'Mitra' meaning 'friend'. It embodies the aspirations of India's space program to explore the cosmos alongside human companions.

What is the role of Vyommitra in India's space mission?

Vyommitra is a multi-fold mission in itself. It encompasses both crewed and uncrewed missions. In preparation for India's maiden spaceflight mission, Vyommitra will be a part of the uncrewed Gaganyaan mission. During her space endeavor, she will be responsible for executing some vital tasks that include

• Microgravity Experiments
• Monitoring Module Parameters
• Assisting Astronauts, etc

Vyommitra will perform crucial experiments in microgravity conditions and will provide invaluable data for future space research and development. She will monitor crucial module parameters to ensure the spacecraft's optimal functioning during the mission.

During the Gaganyaan mission Vyommitra will be launched into space on board the Indian Spacecraft Orbital Vehicle. Her mission will span approximately one week during which it will perform a range of critical tasks.

How will Vyommitra benefit India's space mission?

Vyommitra's inclusion in the Gaganyaan mission will set a milestone for India's space program. Vyommitra will test systems and procedures that will be employed during manned missions ensuring their effectiveness. It will contribute to improving the safety of future manned mission.

Conclusion

As India takes a lead towards space exploration, Vyommitra's role in the Gaganyaan mission underscores ISRO's commitment to push the boundaries in the field of space exploration. With this highly anticipated space mission, India is poised to join the group of nations excelling in space exploration.