IITM Alumni

Dr. Nikunj Rathi

Ph.D
 • 
Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical/Space Engineering
 • 
2018
Chennai, Tamil Nadu

About Us

Dr. Nikunj Rathi is founder of Rathi Aerospace Labs, specializing in rocket and ramjet propulsion. He has collaborated with DRDO, Thales, and ISRO as both researcher and project manager. Under his leadership, Rathi Aerospace Labs has received the esteemed DRDO Dare to Dream award twice, recognising his efforts for advancement in technology.

His innovations include wax-based collapsible mandrels, hybrid rockets, high burn rate propellants, and low-cost igniters. Dr. Rathi is also an active investor and mentor, with numerous publications in leading aerospace journals. 

His contributions to aerospace and propulsion technologies are undeniable and highly significant, making him a respected leader at the forefront of aerospace and defence.

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Dr. Nikunj Rathi

Ph.D
 • 
Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical/Space Engineering
 • 
2018
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
About Dr. Nikunj Rathi

Dr. Nikunj Rathi is founder of Rathi Aerospace Labs, specializing in rocket and ramjet propulsion. He has collaborated with DRDO, Thales, and ISRO as both researcher and project manager. Under his leadership, Rathi Aerospace Labs has received the esteemed DRDO Dare to Dream award twice, recognising his efforts for advancement in technology.

His innovations include wax-based collapsible mandrels, hybrid rockets, high burn rate propellants, and low-cost igniters. Dr. Rathi is also an active investor and mentor, with numerous publications in leading aerospace journals. 

His contributions to aerospace and propulsion technologies are undeniable and highly significant, making him a respected leader at the forefront of aerospace and defence.