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First private Indian space rocket Vikram-1 to launch in April

The lightweight class rocket Vikram-1 is set to launch satellites weighing up to 350 kg into low Earth orbit and up to 260 kg into sun-synchronous orbit.

First private Indian space rocket Vikram-1 to launch in April

The carrier's structure is constructed from carbon composite, and it features a 3D-printed liquid engine.

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