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When a rocket reaches maximum height what is its velocity?

A model rocket reaches maximum velocity at the point where the thrust from the engine matches the drag from the air, or the point where the thrust goes to zero when the fuel burns out, whichever comes first.


Why can't you fly a model rocket into a cloud?

Gravity will pull it down before the rocket can reach the height where clouds form.


How do fins stabilize a rocket?

about one-forth of the height of the size of the rocket.


What is the cut off height for most model agencies?

For fashion agencies 6'0" is the cut off/maximum height for female models and 6'2" for male models.


What ratios would best represent the ratio of a 1foot tall model rocket to an actual rocket?

To represent the ratio of a 1-foot tall model rocket to an actual rocket, you would typically use a scale ratio. For example, if an actual rocket is 100 feet tall, the scale ratio would be 1:100. This means that for every 1 foot of the model, the actual rocket is 100 feet, effectively illustrating the size difference between the two. Another common way to express this would be to calculate the height ratio, which in this case would be 1 foot (model) to 100 feet (actual).


What is the function for a propellant on a model rocket?

The function of a propellant in a model rocket is to provide the necessary thrust to propel the rocket upward. It undergoes a rapid combustion process, generating hot gases that expand and are expelled out of the rocket's nozzle, creating lift according to Newton's Third Law of Motion. The efficiency and burn rate of the propellant determine the rocket’s performance, including its maximum altitude and speed. Properly formulated propellants ensure reliable and safe launches.


What would model rocket fuel be described as?

Modern model rocket fuel is a solid fuel.


What is the difference between model rockets and real rockets?

In a real rocket, there is short a time in atmosphere and the aerodynamics are less important. In a model rocket, all flight in the atmosphere and the aerodynamics are very important. In a real rocket, it has a liquid or solid rocket engine and a large propellant mass fraction. In a model rocket, it has a solid rocket engine and a small propellant mass fraction . In a real rocket, there are four forces during atmospheric flight. In a model rocket, there are four forces throughout flight. In a real rocket, there is a long powered flight . In a model rocket, it has a very short powered flight . In a real rocket, it has passive stability and active control . In a model rocket, it has passive stability and no control. In a real rocket, it has expensive materials such as aluminum, titanium, and nickel alloy. In a model rocket, it has inexpensive materials such as balsa, cardboard, and plastic. In a real model, there is a high speed and the heating is very important. In a model rocket there is low speed and the heating is not important.


Who invented the model rocket?

He invented the rocket in 1926


What is maximum height for air pallet?

The maximum height for an air pallet typically varies based on the specific design and manufacturer, but it generally ranges from 5 to 10 inches (about 12 to 25 cm) for standard models used in air cargo transport. This height is designed to ensure stability and compatibility with various loading systems and aircraft. Always refer to the manufacturer's specifications for the precise maximum height for a particular air pallet model.


What are tailfins on a model rocket used for?

To keep the rocket in straight,stable flight.


How long should the body of a model rocket be?

It depends on what type of rocket you are building.