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The numbers and letters of model rocket motors – revisited

The numbers and letters of model rocket motors – revisited

In a previous articlewe discussed the flight path of a model rocket. We discussed the various phases of the flight but did not relate it to the classification of the model rocket motor. In this article we will touch on some of what we learned to discuss what the numbers and letters of model rocket [Continue]

Is it Model Rocket Engine or Model Rocket Motor?

Is it Model Rocket Engine or Model Rocket Motor?

So there you are in the store about to purchase a model rocket. You look at the clerk and ask him/her, “Where do you keep your model rocket engines?” Or maybe you ask “Where do you keep your model rocket motors?” Let’s face it, rocketry is about being exact. Building the rocket so that it [Continue]

What do model rocket motor numbers mean?

What do model rocket motor numbers mean?

My first model rocket was a Canaroc Challenger. It came in a complete kit with some C6-3 engines. Little did I know at the time that a rocket as small as the Challenger would soar out of view using this engine. It took about 2 hours to find the rocket. Returning home happy to have [Continue]