The Centre of Excellence in Combustion & Propulsion Systems offers students a unique

opportunity to engage in cutting-edge research through its Hybrid Rocket Experimental

Facility. This advanced facility enables hands-on learning in next-generation propulsion

technologies used in modern launch vehicles and aerospace systems.

Hybrid rocket propulsion combines the advantages of solid and liquid propellants, providing

improved safety, reliability, and operational flexibility. Students gain practical exposure to the

design, development, and testing of hybrid rocket motors, focusing on key technical areas

such as combustion characteristics, regression rate analysis, thrust estimation, injector

design, nozzle performance, and combustion efficiency. The facility is equipped with

advanced instrumentation for measuring chamber pressure, thrust, and thermal behavior,

ensuring strong experimental and analytical skills.

The Centre has already demonstrated its strong research ecosystem by successfully completing

a Winter Internship Program from 15-12-2025 to 31-01-2026, where 5 research enthusiasts

worked on hybrid rocket design, propellant analysis, and performance evaluation. Building on

this initiative, a Summer Internship Program is planned for June 2026, providing further

opportunities for students to participate in research on green propellants, additive

manufacturing of fuel grains, combustion stability, and high-efficiency propulsion systems.

Students gain valuable experience using advanced engineering tools such as CFD simulations,

FEA analysis, propulsion performance modelling, and experimental data acquisition

systems, preparing them for careers in space research organizations, defense laboratories, UAV

industries, propulsion startups, and advanced manufacturing sectors. The program also builds a

strong foundation for higher studies and research in rocket propulsion, gas turbine engines,

hypersonic propulsion, and sustainable aerospace technologies. Graduates can explore career

opportunities in space research organizations, defense laboratories, UAV industries,

propulsion startups, and advanced manufacturing sectors, as well as pursue higher studies

in rocket propulsion, gas turbine engines, and hypersonic technologies.