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Booster 5
2024
Abstract
Given a 3 month time period, the team had to first begin organizing the the development of the project. Next, the team went into to the design phase of the project. CFD simulations and static structural analysis needed to be performed to further validate and refine the design. Next, was the manufacturing phase. All of the rocket parts need to be 3-D Printed and assembled. While this was happening, the computer designed to record flight data and payload relase needed to be coded. During this time, the launch controller was also developed and tested for saftey. Finally the launch day was at Triple Tree Aerodome and an anlysis of the perfomance of the booster was performed.
Project Details
C3: Regulations include but are not limited to the following: Class 1 model rocket is used unless higher license is obtained, safe launch, and FAA requirements are met.
C4: Regulations include but are not limited to the following: mass of 1,500 grams or less, no use of metal, use of commercially made engines, electrical launch system, launch safety, use of parachutes, and no more than 125 grams of propellent are used.
Project Objective
Within three months, a team will design a booster rocket that can attach to the UAV and carry the Candrone or Re-entry vehicle with a budget of $2250.
Mission Needs
An aerodynamic booster must reach an altitude of 100 m to record environmental conditions and video payload deployment while being light enough to be carried by the UAV.
