Department of Aerospace Engineering, IIST, Thiruvananthapuram

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Due to overwhelming responses, Registrations for ASTRA-AGNI 2025 & K-Space lift off workshop are CLOSED!!! NO SPOT REGISTRATIONS AVAILABLE!!

ASTRA is a national symposium dedicated to showcasing the latest advancements and innovations in aerospace engineering. It serves as a vibrant platform for students, researchers, and professionals to engage in meaningful discussions, explore recent trends, and foster collaboration across academia, research institutions, and industry. The symposium offers valuable exposure through expert talks by eminent personalities, interactive sessions with leading researchers, and engagement with emerging startups driving innovation in the space and aerospace sectors. ASTRA aims to inspire the next generation of engineers while promoting interdisciplinary dialogue and technological growth.

The Annual Colloquium of ISHMT-RCT – AGNI 2025 will be held at the Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology (IIST), Thiruvananthapuram. This edition focuses on the theme “Advances in Energy Systems.” It will feature six invited keynote lectures by leading experts from academia and industry focusing on the latest developments in energy-related technologies. AGNI 2025 provides an excellent opportunity for attendees to gain insights into contemporary research and practical innovations shaping the future of energy systems. ASTRA 2025, as part of this joint event, will continue as a national-level symposium offering a platform for Research Scholars postgraduate, and undergraduate students to present their research in aerospace engineering and allied areas. Best Paper Awards will be presented for outstanding contributions to encourage academic excellence and innovation.

Important Dates:

Start date of Registration:   May 21, 2025
Start date of Extended Abstract Submission:   May 21, 2025
End date of Extended Abstract Submission:   Jun 08, 2025
Notification of abstract acceptance:   On or Before Jun 10, 2025



Presentation Tracks:

1. Thermal and Propulsion Engineering

2. Aerodynamics and Flight Mechanics

3. Structures and Design

4. Materials, Manufacturing and Industrial Engineering





Keynote Speakers:

Speaker 4
Shri R. Hutton
Associate Director LPSC , ISRO
Speaker 1
K.R Jyothilal IAS
Additional Chief Secretary
Finance Department, Govt of Kerala
Speaker 2
Hiral Shah
Gas Turbine R&D, Siemens India
Speaker 3
Dr. Gangan Prathap
Former Director NISCAIR
Former Vice Chancellor CUSAT
Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Awardee
Speaker 4
Dr. A. Manjunath
Technical Director, Scientists G, GTRE
Speaker 4
Dr. Angappan
Group Director (Composites),
Scientist G
Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA)



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