| | [Not displaying correctly? View web version.] | Peak-of-Flight Newsletter #629: | |
This article comes from Matthew Harkey, a young rocketeer that is beginning his exploration of model rocketry and how to make them fly higher. In his article, he discusses the basics of aerodynamics in the context of model rocketry. Matthew stresses the importance of understanding drag, stability, and velocity to optimize rocket performance. He also explores the design and selection of fins, nose cones, and body tube configurations, providing insights into their impact on aerodynamics and stability. Finally, it emphasizes the need to match the appropriate components to the rocket's size, desired stability, and aerodynamic efficiency. | | 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)! Previous issues of our newsletter are found at our archive page. |
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| NCR Phantom 4000 | |
Discover the updated NCR Phantom 4000™, a classic 4-inch diameter mid-power model rocket kit featuring improved stability and durability with the new Gorilla Fin Lock™ design and Gorilla Shock Cord™ system. Standing at 51.5” tall and compatible with 29mm F & G class motors, this impressive rocket reaches altitudes of 1,500 feet, ensuring spectacular crowd-pleasing flights every time. Be the first in your club to own this re-release of the historic rocket today (click here). |
| Balsa Plywood | |
Introducing our exclusive and revolutionary Balsa Plywood sheets, designed specifically for model rockets. Unlike traditional plywood that employs high density birch veneer layers, our plywood features 100% lightweight balsa wood veneer layers. It gives it a number of advantages such as: large sheet size, exceptional lightweight parts, sturdy and strong in all directions, easy to work with, and high versatility. Use it to make large fins, lightweight and strong bulkheads and centering rings. Available in 1/8" thick sheets. Make better rockets today! |
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| | Launch of the Week! This week's Launch Visualizer simulation shows the NCR Phantom 4000 being flown on a G80-8 motor from the Tripoli Utah launch site. It is a wide open field, and the rocket seems right at home flying there. | |
| Customer Testimonials: “My dad recently passed away, and one of my fondest memories of him was launching rockets. I chose Apogee Components because they seemed the most knowledgeable out of all the websites that I could find. I want to take this hobby to the highest level I can, and I find the information Apogee and Timothy S. Van Milligan provides, from YouTube and his book, have been so amazing to helping me learn. I have so far to go, but I know with Apogee I have friends to help. I want to thank Timothy for his time. He has driven me to keep going even though I'm not close to a rocket scientist.”
-- Matt Christensen | |
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