Model Rocket Launch Controller and Launch Pad Construction

Construction of Launch Pads and Controllers (Information Links)

Electronic Model Rocket Launcher Construction Plans. Plans for eight different launch controllers.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

How to make model rocket igniters?

You can make model rocket igniters yourself by connecting two lead wires to either end of a small nichron wire. When you pass a current through the nichron wire bridge, it heats up very quickly. Dip these nichron wire bridges in a pyrogen mix for an added kick on the launch pad.

 

 

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Simple Launch Controller

Design a simple model rocket launcher (elementary level)

Launch Pad (somewhat complex)

Tips for hooking up the copperhead starter

Building a multi platform model rocket launcher

Useful information on using Copperheads and clustering.

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