Standings: Rocket Rally 1

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We suggest that you take the opportunity with to make your own rocket launchers for use with the rocket labs. It is a good learning experience for any students that take part, and something our high schoolers are really lacking is a familiarity with tools and the process of constructing laboratory apparatus. The biggest challenge is really finding the proper parts, as even large construction supply stores tend to have at least one part you need missing, which leads to having to figure out a redesign (Every year our launchers look slightly different due to this).

As educators though, we know thats not always realistic. Time is already too tight for all of us, and one more thing may be too many. That is why we provide the opportunity to purchase fully built launchers or kits here on the site.

The directions for construction are here: Blueprints

Keep in mind that you will probably need to make modifications based on what parts are in stock at your hardware store. For instance, if there are no 2" ball valves in, 1½" will work fine but you will need to buy a 2" to 1½" reducer coupling, as well as change the end flush bushing to be the 1½" variety. All common sense but when juggling several parts can get tricky. We haven't really noticed any difference in performance between slightly different sized parts.

Helping colleagues getting their own launchers up and running is what led to the creation of this website. Finding the proper parts can be frustrating.