i like to use balsa for fins; paper tubes for the body and balsa or plastic for the nose.
Yes. For rockets flying at supersponic or hypersonic speeds, the best shape is the conical nose. For missiles and military models, the best shape is the ogive shape. However, for commercial aircraft and model rockets, the best, most aerodynamic and efficient shape is the parabolic nose cone.
Apogee Rockets, Estes Rockets, Discount Rocketry, Rocket Fun, and Red Arrow Hobbies are just a few of the stores that sell model rockets and model rocket supplies.
There are mainly two types of model rockets: pre-assembled or ready-to-fly rockets that require minimal or no construction, and model rocket kits that require assembly. Model rocket kits can be further categorized based on their complexity and size, ranging from beginner kits to advanced high-power rockets.
Most model rockets do not come with glue. It also depends on which type you are purchasing and where you are purchasing it from. Try calling a store or company and asking if their model rockets come with the glue.
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The mission statement of Estes Rockets is to provide innovative model rockets. They want their consumers to enjoy their products, which can be purchased from their webpage.
The best place to check for a model rocket set would be any store selling art and hobby supplies. The best place to get hobby supplies, like model rockets, is Hobby Lobby.
G. Harry Stein
11 and up
it matters what kind of model. if it is a model of a town use foam. if it is a haert use clay
Yes, both work by action/reaction. Model rockets are just much smaller, thus have much less fuel, so can't go near as high or as far.
Yes, I would say based on my research, model rockets are safe for children. The site, http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Model_rocket, quotes, "Model rocketry is a safe and widespread hobby."