Slider

Status: In development

Created: July 17, 2020

First Flown: Never

Avionics: Viper

Slider is the first rocket to be made, It is very rough around the edges but that is expected for a first. The rocket uses TVC based stabilization during powered flight. The TVC gimbal uses 2 servos to provide around 5 degrees of movement in both directions. The gimbal is able to house any 18mm motor (generally an Estes A-C model rocket motor). The rocket is only designed for powered flight, it relies on a parachute (or 2) to slow its decent back to the ground. This parachute system is designed to use no black powder and to be as reusable and safe as possible. From testing, it seems to be very finicky and needs more development before a good solution is found.

All custom made parts for the rocket are 3d printed out of PLA plastic. The plastic has been tested and seems to be able to handle the stress and heat from the rocket motor.