[Not displaying correctly? View web version.] | Peak-of-Flight Newsletter #620: | So Have you ever had your rocket suddenly take a unscheduled turn immediately after leaving the launch rod? This might be "launch rod whip." In this issue, guest author Jack Haggerty discusses launch rod whip, and what you can do to prevent it. There are lots of images and diagrams that are included in the article to make sure that you understand the issue and to keep your launches safe and successful. | 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. |
Check out the latest products to hit Apogee's shelves! Estes Black Brant XII Kit | Challenge yourself and build a towering replica of the historic Black Brant XII sounding rocket! This meticulously detailed 1/14th scale kit faithfully captures the spirit of high-altitude atmospheric exploration and stands an impressive 54.6 inches tall with a girth of 2.22-inches in diameter. Are you ready to embark on your next rocketry adventure? Order your Estes Black Brant XII model rocket kit from Apogee Components today! |
Estes Great Goblin Kit | In 1972, Estes released the "Astron Goblin", a cartoonish looking rocket described as a "spooky kit that gets up and moves." The Great Goblin is an upscale version that is a mid-power monster. This new kit is based around a 3-inch diameter tube with an overall length of 33.5 inches. Because of its 29mm diameter motor mount, you can fly this gigantic gargoyle on motors ranging from an E to a G-size. Recovery is achieved with a large 24 inch diameter nylon parachute. Another rendition of the classic kit, and we have them now at the Apogee website. Get one today! |
3" Nose Cone Ebay Kit | This new 3" nose cone ebay kit allows you to mount electronic payloads within nose cones. This is great for allowing GPS trackers, altimeters, and electronic deployment to be added to short rockets or already completed rockets without having to cut the body tube. If your rocket is space limited, you can use the internal volume inside the nose cone for your electronics. Note: This kit is designed to fit nose cones for 3-inch diameter thin-wall tubes. It will not fit in nose cones that are for heavy-wall tubes. |
Carbon Fiber Sheet for Fins | We just received in a new batch of carbon fiber sheets that are perfect for small rockets. I personally use this on competition rockets where low weight, smoothness, and stiffness are very important. It is only 0.012 inches (0.3mm) thick. We've been out of stock on it for several years, but we recently found a new supplier. The best part is that we got it at the old cost, so we are able to keep the price the same as before. If you've never tried carbon fiber fins before, prepare to be amazed. |
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