The Rocketry Show

The gang couldn’t resist reviewing and discussing the biggest news since the last show: The Falcon heavy launch!

The immersive audio of the launch we used comes from Destin Sandlin of SmarterEveryDay.Com

We also talk about New Zealand’s Rocket Labs launch.

We answer your e-mails, and comments on some of the Estes speculation heard on Episode 57.

Here is a link to the Chris Pearson article we mentioned on the state of the hobby industry.

…And we announce another winner for the Make High Power Rockets book!

 

The gang couldn't resist reviewing and discussing the biggest news since the last show: The Falcon heavy launch!

The immersive audio of the launch we used comes from Destin Sandlin of SmarterEveryDay.Com

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ImoQqNyRL8Y

We also talk about New Zealand's Rocket Labs launch.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eg5234BOED8

We answer your e-mails, and comments on some of the Estes speculation heard on Episode 57.

Here is a link to the Chris Pearson article we mentioned on the state of the hobby industry.

...And we announce another winner for the Make High Power Rockets book!

 

Charlie Savoie joins us to discus what they’ve been up to at Aerotech, and answers some questions from our Patrons.

Gheem shares with us a piece he has been working on…it’s a little story that shares some insights on being a TARC team coach!

One of Gheem’s TARC members also flew a level 1 certification…seen here with our buddy, Andrew.

Gheem’s TARC team (US Rocketry) prep their rocket.

Charlie Savoie joins us to discus what they’ve been up to at Aerotech, and answers some questions from our Patrons.

Gheem shares with us a piece he has been working on…it’s a little story that shares some insights on being a TARC team coach!

Charlie Savoie joins us to discus what they've been up to at Aerotech, and answers some questions from our Patrons.

Gheem shares with us a piece he has been working on...it's a little story that shares some insights on being a TARC team coach!

One of Gheem's TARC members also flew a level 1 certification...seen here with our buddy, Andrew.

Gheem's TARC team (US Rocketry) prep their rocket.

Mike Westerfield joins us to talk about his newest book, Make: High Power Rockets!

From the preface of his book:

My first book, 'Make: Rockets,' covered basic rocket science, including construction, aerodynamics, simulation, tracking, and electrical engineering. The rockets in that book are made from thin, lightweight materials that are extremely safe. Some projects work well

Mike Westerfield

with young children, while others will challenge a college engineering student.

High-power rocketry is different, though. While there is a junior-level certification (covered in 'NAR junior certification'), high-power rocketry is otherwise restricted to people over 18. High-power rockets can easily break the sound barrier, shooting miles into the sky. The rockets themselves are not the small, collapsible paper rockets flown in schools and scouting—they are often metal-tipped, fiberglass missiles that weigh tens or even hundreds of pounds. FAA clearances and certifications are required.

After the show, Daniel the Rocket n00b will announce the contest to give away some copies of this new book to a few lucky listeners!

Mike Westerfield joins us to talk about his newest book, Make: High Power Rockets!

From the preface of his book:

My first book, ‘Make: Rockets,’ covered basic rocket science, including construction, aerodynamics, simulation, tracking, and electrical engineering. The rockets in that book are made from thin, lightweight materials that are extremely safe. Some projects work well

with young children, while others will challenge a college engineering student.

High-power rocketry is different, though. While there is a junior-level certification (covered in ‘NAR junior certification’), high-power rocketry is otherwise restricted to people over 18. High-power rockets can easily break the sound barrier, shooting miles into the sky. The rockets themselves are not the small, collapsible paper rockets flown in schools and scouting—they are often metal-tipped, fiberglass missiles that weigh tens or even hundreds of pounds. FAA clearances and certifications are required.

After the show, Daniel the Rocket n00b will announce the contest to give away some copies of this new book to a few lucky listeners!

 

Mike Westerfield joins us to talk about his newest book, Make: High Power Rockets!

From the preface of his book:

My first book, 'Make: Rockets,' covered basic rocket science, including construction, aerodynamics, simulation, tracking, and electrical engineering. The rockets in that book are made from thin, lightweight materials that are extremely safe. Some projects work well

Mike Westerfield

with young children, while others will challenge a college engineering student.

High-power rocketry is different, though. While there is a junior-level certification (covered in 'NAR junior certification'), high-power rocketry is otherwise restricted to people over 18. High-power rockets can easily break the sound barrier, shooting miles into the sky. The rockets themselves are not the small, collapsible paper rockets flown in schools and scouting—they are often metal-tipped, fiberglass missiles that weigh tens or even hundreds of pounds. FAA clearances and certifications are required.

After the show, Daniel the Rocket n00b will announce the contest to give away some copies of this new book to a few lucky listeners!

 

The team goes on the road, and set up at their club Christmas party and record a show.  

Lots of rocket stories are shared.  Enjoy, and Happy Holidays!

The team goes on the road, and set up at their club Christmas party and record a show.

Lots of rocket stories are shared.  Enjoy, and Happy Holidays!