Science & Tech·Ministry of Education
IIT Jodhpur Research Pushes the Boundaries of Hypersonic Flight, Sustainable Cooling & Water Solutions, Safer Space Landings, and Blast Protection
Scientists at IIT Jodhpur's Shock Waves and High-Speed Flow (SWAHS) Lab are conducting pioneering research in several key areas.
Their work includes developing advanced scramjet engines for hypersonic flight, designing a combined solar ejector-based desalination and refrigeration system for sustainable water and cooling, and researching retro-propulsion for reusable rocket landings. These initiatives aim to bolster India's defense capabilities, provide environmentally friendly solutions, and advance its space sector.