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Peak of Flight Newsletter #502:

How to Build a Scale Rocket from a 3D Model

Today there are dozens of web sites that offer 3D models that you can have printed in plastic. Some of them like the ones from NASA are very detailed. Wouldn't it be cool to reverse engineer these computer files and make real flying model rockets from them?

In this article by Samer Najia, he describes the process that he uses to modify the 3D models and turn them into model rockets with paper tubes. You'll learn some new skills, and build the rockets in the sizes that you want to fly.

Read the rest of this week's article, either on a downloadable PDF for printing out, or on our website (great for viewing on your phone)!

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

Semroc USS Andromeda

The Semroc USS Andromeda is a reproduction kit based on the classic model rocket released by Estes in 1975. This updated version features heavy-walled tubes for more durability, and laser-cut fins for ease of assembly.

Simple Timer for Staging

The Apogee
SimpleTimer for Staging has been designed for timing applications in model rocketry. Its intended use is to start the sustainer motor of a two-stage rocket. It allows you to perform spectacular flights that excite any crowd at the launch range.

To assure launch safety, its built-in logic prevents ignition of the upper stage if the rocket goes unstable or is tilted more than 45° from vertical at the time of ignition of the upper stage. This prevents the upper stage from flying on an unsafe trajectory. It is perfect for high-power rockets!

Semroc Taurus

The Semroc Taurus is an updated version of the classic Centuri kit that first appeared in 1972. It was advertised as an Alien Planetary Cruiser. It has all the classic components of a throw-back rocket kit, like a four balsa wood nose cones, two balsa transtion sections, a lot of tubes, water-slide decals, and a lot of body tubes. If you paint it up in the Taurian Admiralty's fleet colors, this is an attractive model that will gather a lot of attention at your next launch.

“I'm very happy with my orders from Apogee. The ordering experience, and shipping times are impressive considering that you guys/gals are not a giant corporation. I would also like to thank Tim personally for his instructional videos on youtube. The value of free instructional videos is huge. They humanize your business, and create customer loyalty. I know creating those videos is more work than it seems, and I want you all to know that it is appreciated, and it is one of the main reasons I chose to purchase components from Apogee. I can imagine that selling rocket kits/components isn't the easiest business to run, and I want to say … well done.”

— Nathan Willi

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Peak of Flight Newsletter #502:

How to Build a Scale Rocket from a 3D Model

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