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Nostalgia for Infinity – Interstellar Rockets

St. Augustine Rocketeers Posted on December 18, 2020 by Luis JimenezDecember 18, 2020

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.

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Estes QCC Explorer build – Air intakes, papering fins, payload section

St. Augustine Rocketeers Posted on October 4, 2020 by Luis JimenezOctober 4, 2020

  Used Avery Labels to paper the fins. They are thru-the-intake; not thru-the-tube.    

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Wireless Launch Controller project

St. Augustine Rocketeers Posted on October 3, 2020 by Luis JimenezOctober 4, 2020

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 … Continue reading →

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The Chute Spool – Low Cost ‘Delayed’ Deployment

St. Augustine Rocketeers Posted on October 3, 2020 by Luis JimenezOctober 5, 2020

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, … Continue reading →

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Launchpad Build

St. Augustine Rocketeers Posted on August 30, 2020 by Luis JimenezOctober 3, 2020

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.  

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Estes QCC Explorer Build

St. Augustine Rocketeers Posted on August 28, 2020 by Luis JimenezOctober 4, 2020

  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 … Continue reading →

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Recent Blog Posts

  • Nostalgia for Infinity – Interstellar Rockets
  • Estes QCC Explorer build – Air intakes, papering fins, payload section
  • Wireless Launch Controller project
  • The Chute Spool – Low Cost ‘Delayed’ Deployment
  • Launchpad Build

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