Two of the components that were incorporated into the final design have been unavailable for a significant amount of time. These components are the large airfoiled rail buttons and the Aerotech DMS M1350W motor. The airfoiled rail buttons are now
Read moreFinal Design – Nosecone and Drogue Parachute Subassembly
The nosecone and drogue parachute subassembly is responsible for four roles that are crucial for the success of the rocket: Providing a minimal drag upper aerodynamic surface. Securely storing the drogue parachute during ascent Providing an attachment point for the
Read moreFinal Design – Upper Body Tube Subassembly
The upper body tube subassembly is the simplest part of the rocket and it has only one purpose, to connect the electronics bay to the nosecone that contains the drogue parachute. It is a simple 17.5in (191mm) long section of
Read moreFinal Design – Electronics Bay Subassembly
The electronics bay subassembly is responsible for four tasks that are crucial for the success of the rocket: Keep the upper and lower subassemblies held rigidly together during ascent. Contain the altimeters and provide the needed ports so that they
Read moreFinal Design – Main Parachute Bay Subassembly
The main parachute bay consists of an outer fiberglass body tube, its physical connections to the fin can section subassembly and the parachute with its hardware. The airframe tube is 6.17in (157mm) OD, 6.0in (152mm) ID, G10 fiberglass airframe tube
Read moreFinal Design – Fin Can Section Subassembly
The fin can section subassembly is responsible for five roles that are crucial for the success of the rocket: Provide a secure way of mounting the motor into the airframe that is capable of withstanding the large loads induced by
Read moreFinal Design – Overview
The design of this rocket is entirely of my own design and was not based on any existing rocket or kit. All of the dimensions and features were chosen in an attempt to achieve the goals stated in post titled
Read morePreliminary Design
Features and Dimensions 134.5in (3.417m) tall 6.22in (158mm) outside diameter, 6.0in (152mm) inside diameter, fiberglass-wrapped phenolic airframe tubes Center of pressure 105in (2.667m) down from tip of nosecone With Aerotech DMS M1350W, center of mass 95in (2.413m) down from tip of
Read moreLevel 3 Certification Rocket Design Goals
Design Goals The design goals or requirements for the Level 3 Certification Rocket Project are as follows:
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