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Apogee Rocketry Workshop #307:

Create a New Rocket Design

Advanced Construction Video

This is a beginner's tutorial on how to design a rocket. The context is how to do it in RockSim, but it contains information that any designer would need to consider if they were starting from scratch. That is why we're releasing this RockSim tutorial as a stand-alone series. This video is all about how to actually convert your ideas into useable and accurate rocket files. This is part #1 of a 3 part series.

View this week's Rocketry Workshop Video (Duration: 25:53)

Previous videos are found on our archive page.

 


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Newest Products From Apogee Components

Check out the latest products to hit Apogee's shelves!

Lightning Bug Dual-Deployment Altimeter

Lightning Bug Altimeter

The Lightning Bug Dual Deployment Altimeter is unique in that it doesn't require a standard igniter for the deployment charges. It creates a plasma arc from ordinary wire to ignite the ejection charge. So it is cheaper to operate than other altimeters.

More Aerotech Motors

Aerotech has released a two new single-use (DMS) high power motors: the I175WS-13A (38mm) and the G75M-13A (29mm). Somehow we missed the single-use G72DM-14A (29mm) sparky motor, so we also added it to our selection as well.

Estes C5-3

Dubbed the "Super-C" by Estes Industries, this C motor packs some exciting kick. Contrary to common naming nomenclature, the C5-3 actually has a higher thrust spike than the C6 engines from Estes. And it burns slightly longer too.

This motor is best suited to heavier rockets (like those intended to loft payloads) and those with high amounts of drag (like flying saucers). Right now, there is only a short 3-second delay available. But we expect longer delays to be in the works.

Threaded Rod Motor Retainer

Threaded Rod Retainer

The threaded rod motor retainer system is an inexpensive and versatile way to restrain the movement of rocket engines.

Pioneered by Cosmodrome Rocketry, this style of engine retainer is noted for its simplicity and ability to be used in any size rocket. It can even handle up to a three engine cluster.

Customer Comments

I couldn't be happier with my Zephyr Kit.

The Zephyr is a great kit for those looking to get a Level 1 certification and to gain experience working with bigger rockets. It's the perfect kit in my opinion. The instructions are incredible and you also have at your disposal a 6 video "How To" posted on this website and Youtube. The parts are all very solid and well made and the price is very fair in my opinion. I was extremely satisfied with my purchase and plan to purchase my next rocket from Apogee.

Many Thanks

- Mike Decuir

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