Nostalgia for Infinity – Interstellar Rockets
This is Nostalgia for Infinity, the first kit prototype from Interstellar Rockets. It was not easy figuring out the kit and build sequence, but it’s finished. Will try to fly soon to test against design expectations.
Estes QCC Explorer build – Air intakes, papering fins, payload section
Used Avery Labels to paper the fins. They are thru-the-intake; not thru-the-tube.
Wireless Launch Controller project
[ngg src=”galleries” ids=”3″ display=”basic_thumbnail”]Building a wireless launch controller based on this ‘Rolling code HCS301 Transmitter Keyfob & 4 Relay Receiver Controls 12V 433.92MHZ‘ The box at the pad is powered by a Mighty Max 12v, 5 Amp battery, and includes a safety on/off switch, bright LED indicators for continuity and short, and the relay board. […]
The Chute Spool – Low Cost ‘Delayed’ Deployment
From an article by inventor Mr. Michael Moran (Peak of Flight Newsletter#531) It’s as simple as a tube (plastic straw) around a mounted dowel and string (Kevlar in this case) and polyester fabric. Had everything laying around; dollhouse shop supplies, fishing tackle, Christmas ribbons, and miscellaneous eye hooks, etc. Here’s the first incantation. flimsy plastic […]
Launchpad Build
[ngg src=”galleries” ids=”2″ display=”basic_thumbnail”]This is the club’s first launch pad, which will accommodate four model rockets simultaneously. It will handle 1/8″, 3/16″, and 1/4″ rods. It will also sport our club wireless launch controller, also in the works.
Estes QCC Explorer Build
This is my first build in a few years. I found the QCC Explorer model very appealing, with it’s retro-futuristic look. It’s not too hard a build, although it’s a Skill Level 4 kit, probably for the complex engine intakes. [ngg src=”galleries” ids=”1″ sortorder=”14,1,2,3,4,5″ display=”basic_thumbnail”]The balsa sheet was straight and very well cut. The […]