Seminar contributions of scienticts .pptx

Seminar contributions of scienticts

1. CONTRIBUTIONS OF SCIENTIST

1.Kalpana Chawla
2.Sunitha Williams
3.Tessy Thomas

4. APIONEER IN SPACE EXPLORATION

Born on 17 th March, 1962, at karnal, India.
First woman of Indian origin in space.
Indian-born American astronaut and aerospace engineer.

She was selected as an astronaut candidate in 1994 and went on to fly
on two space missions.

She first flew on Space Shuttle Columbia in 1997 as a mission
specialist and primary robotic arm operator.

Chawla's second flight was on STS-107, the final flight of Columbia, in
2003.

6. MAJOR CONTRIBUTIONS OF

KALPANA CHAWLA

7. + STS-87 Columbia (November 19 to December 5, 1997)
experiments designed to study how the weightless environment
of space affects various physical processes, and on observations
of the Sun's outer atmospheric layers.

+ Two members of the crew performed an spacewalk. STS-87

made 252 orbits of the Earth, traveling 6.5 million miles in in 376
hours and 34 minutes.

+ STS-107 Columbia (January 16 to February 1, 2003). The 16-day 2
flight was a dedicated science and research mission. 7

Working 24 hours a day, in two alternating shifts, the crew
successfully conducted approximately 80 experiments.

+ The STS-107 mission ended abruptly on February 1, 2003 w!
Space Shuttle Columbia and the crew perished i gal 16

minutes prior to scheduled landing.

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8. SPACE SHUTTLE COLUMBIA (STS-87)

Kalpana Chawla's first space mission was aboard the Space Shuttle Columbia,
designated as STS-87, which launched on November 19, 1997.

During this mission, Chawla served as a mission specialist and primary robotic
arm operator.

The primary objective of STS-87 was to conduct experiments related to
microgravity research, including the deployment and retrieval of satellites.

Chawla's responsibilities included conducting various scientific experiments,
operating the robotic arm, and assisting in the successful completion of mission
objectives

9. SPACE SHUTTLE COLUMBIA (STS-107)

+ Kalpana Chawla's second and final space mission was aboard the Space Shuttle
Columbia, designated as STS-107, which launched on January 16, 2003.

+ STS-107 was dedicated to scientific research in various fields, including material
sciences, combustion, and biology.
+ Tragically, the mission ended in disaster upon re-entry into Earth's atmosphere on

February 1, 2003, resulting in the loss of the entire crew, including Kalpana
Chawla, during the breakup of the Space Shuttle Columbia

10. ES UNITA WILLIAM”?

11. Name Sunita Williams

Born September 19, 1965 (Age 51 Euclid, Ohio
Occupation NASA Astronaut

Other Occupation Test Pilot

Rank Captain, USN

Time in Space 321 days 17 hours 15 minutes
Selection NASA Astronaut Group 17

Mission STS-116, Expedition 14, Expedition 15,

STS-117, Soyuz TMA-05M (Expedition(32/33)

12. NASA Selection

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Selection
Chosen as a NASA astronaut in 1998.

Training
Completed rigorous training, including
spacewalks and robotics.

Focus

Prepared for long-duration space
missions and leadership roles.

Experience

Leveraged military and technical background
for success in space exploration.

13. NASA Spaceflight
Medals

Received multiple

medals for outstanding

contnbutions to space
missions and
exploration

Achievements And Awards

Record Holder
Held records for the
longest spaceflight
and most spacewalks
by a woman.

Padma Bhushan

Awarded one of
India’s highest civilian
honors for her
contnbutions to
space exploration.

Public Speaking
Inspires future
generations through
Public speaking and
advocacy for women
in STEM fields.

Global Recognition

Acknowledged
worldwide as a
trailblazer in space
exploration and a role
model for women.

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MAJOR CONTRIBUTIONS OF

SUNITA WILLIAMS

15. Space Missions

rst Mission (S

© Launch: December 9, 2006

Duration: 195 days (longest single
spaceflight for a woman).

Achievements: Conducted 4
spacewalks; set a record for most
spacewalks by a woman.

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Total Space Time

© Over 321 days in space across two missions.

O 7 spacewalks totaling over 50 hours

O Launch: July 14, 2012

Duration: 127 days.

_ Highlights: First person to run a
© marathon in space; became
commander of the ISS.

Records

Most spacewalks by a woman and
significant contributions to ISS operations.

16. Total Spacewalks

Completed 7 spacewalks, totaling over 50 hours outside
the spacecraft.

STS-116 Mission

Conducted 4 spacewalks, setting a record for the most
spacewalks by a woman

Spacewalks

Expedition 32/33

Performed 3 spacewalks, crucial for ISS maintenance and
upgrades during the mission.

Significance

Advanced spacewalking techniques, breaking records and
inspiring future generations of women in space.

17. Post Space Career

NASA Leadership

Serves as Deputy Chief of the Astronaut Office,
guiding astronaut training and mission planning.

Public Advocate

Actively promotes space exploration and STEM
education through public speaking and mentorship,

Inspiration and Legacy

Continues to inspire future generations, particularly
women in science and engineering

18. Recent Space Mission

o Launch Date
June 2024, at 4 Boeing's Star

Spacecraft

© Boeing's Starliner, launch

NASA's commercial crew

Objective
routine eight-day mission to the [Ss Ta
testing and experir

19. Dr TESSY THOMAS

20. THOMAS: THE MISSILE WOMAN O

Full Name: Tessy Thomas

Nickname: Missile Woman of India

Date of Birth: April 13, 1963

Birthplace: Kerala, India-

Education:
Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering
Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering

* Career:

Director, Defense Research and Development
Organization (DRDO)

Key contributor to the Integrated Guided Missile
Development Program (IGMDP)

Principal Director for Agni series missile projects

21. * Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.): Tessy earned her B.E. in
Electrical Engineering from the University of Kerala in 1985,
where she graduated with honors.

* Master of Technology (MTech): She obtained her MTech

degree in Guided Missile Technology from the Indian
Institute of Technology (IIT), Kharagpur, in 1987.

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.): Tessy completed her Ph.D. in
the area of “Guidance and Control of Missiles" from the
Defense Institute of Advanced Technology (DIAT), Pune,
further deepening her expertise in defense technology.

22. Project Director, Agni-V Missile Program: Tessy Thomas made history by
becoming the first woman to lead India's prestigious Agni-V missile program.
As Project Director, she successfully guided the team to develop and test the
intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM). The Agni-V missile has a range of
over 5,000 km, making India one of the select few nations with ICBM
capabilities. Thomas's leadership and technical expertise ensured the
project's success.

* Development of Agni-IV and Agni-Ill Missiles: She played a crucial role in
developing the Agni-IV and Agni-Ill missiles, enhancing India's missile
capabilities. These missiles have ranges of 4,000 km and 3,500 km,
respectively, and have significantly bolstered India's defense preparedness.
Thomas's contributions to these projects showcased her expertise in missile
technology.

* Indigenous Missile Guidance System: Thomas developed an indigenous
missile guidance system, reducing India's dependence on foreign technology.

23. This achievement demonstrated her commitment to self-reliance and
innovation in defense research. The guidance system has improved the
accuracy and effectiveness of India’s missiles.

* Advancements in Defense Technology: Her innovations have
significantly advanced various defense technologies, contributing to the
modernization of India’s missile systems and bolstering national security.

Mentorship and Advocacy for Women in STEM: As a prominent female
scientist, she has mentored numerous women in STEM (Science,
Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics), encouraging their participation
in engineering and scientific fields, and helping to break gender barriers.

Leadership at DRDO: As the Director General of Aeronautical Systems
at DRDO, she leads significant projects in aeronautics and missile
systems, shaping the future of India's defense capabilities.

Research Contributions: | Tessy has published numerous papers and

articles in prestigious journals, sharing her knowledge and research
findings in missile technology with the global scientific community.

24. AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS:

Awards:

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Padma Shri (2015) - India’s fourth-highest civilian honor
DRDO's Scientist of the Year (2008)

National Science and Technology Award (2012)

Lal Bahadur Shastri National Award (2012)

DRDO's Performance Excellence Award (2013)

Indian National Academy of Engineering (INAE) Award (2013)
Aerospace Engineering Lifetime Achievement Award (2015)

Recognitions:

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1. Featured in Forbes India’s "20 Power Women" list (2013)

2. Listed among "25 Most Influential Women in Aerospace" by Aviation Week (2015)
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Honored as “Agniputhri" (Daughter of Fire) for her work on Agni missiles

|. First woman scientist to head a missile project in India

. Featured in various media outlets, including CNN, BBC, and The New York Times

25. THE END
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