Agnikul Cosmos
Agnikul Cosmos provides on-demand launch services for micro and nanosatellites to Low Earth Orbit (LEO).
- CEO / Founder
- Srinath Ravichandran
- Team Size
- 201-500
- Stage
- Successfully completed the first test launch of its Agnibaan SOrTeD (Suborbital Tech Demonstrator) rocket, moving from the development and testing phase towards commercial operations.
- Total Funding
- $40M
- Latest Round
- Series B
- Key Investors
- ["Celesta Capital","Rocketship.vc","Artha Venture Fund","Mayfield India","pi Ventures","Speciale Invest"]
Technology & Products
Key Products
["Agnibaan Launch Vehicle: A customizable, two-stage launch vehicle capable of carrying up to 300 kg to LEO.","Agnilet Rocket Engine: The world's first single-piece, 3D-printed, semi-cryogenic rocket engine.","Dhanush Launchpad: A private launchpad and mission control center located at the Satish Dhawan Space Centre."]
Technological Advantage
The core technological advantage is the use of additive manufacturing (3D printing) for its engines, enabling rapid production and customization. This leads to a business advantage of offering 'on-demand' launches. The Agnibaan rocket's 'plug-and-play' engine configuration allows it to be tailored for different payload requirements, offering mission-specific flexibility.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Companies and organizations requiring dedicated launch services for small satellites, including those in telecommunications, Earth observation, academic research, and defense.
Industry Verticals
["Aerospace & Defense","Telecommunications","Earth Observation","Academic & Scientific Research","Internet of Things (IoT)"]
Competitors
["Skyroot Aerospace","Bellatrix Aerospace","Isar Aerospace"]