Hey all, I'm working on a rocket project (naturally!) and using some materials I'm not experienced with and have a question on the best way to adhere them ...
Steve, My 2 cents worth. I agree with everything said so far. CA will work for your application, although the bond may be a little brittle. I too have built...
All, Thanks for the replies on my adhesive question. You are not making my decission any easier :( . I'm sure I'll be okay either way I go. Here's another...
An adhesive I have used for R/C airplanes(when working with plastics) is Bond 547.I believe I purchased it from Wal-Mart in the crafts section.It dries fairly...
Dan, Thanks for the input. I didn't think about doing a test. I've already commited to 30-min. epoxy, but I can back out of what I've done up until now, ...
Some thoughts: propose finding out about hosting a Narcon regional competition of our own late spring or late summer after NARAM ... From: nar19203 To:...
Not sure what you are asking. NARCON is the annual NAR convention, which is usually held in March. We will be discussing hosting NAR sanctioned competions...
Hey all, I have a recovery system question. Is there a formula, or rule of thumb, or table (anything shy of running a simulation in the computer) to figure...
the emmr rocket review site as several calculators for chute use ... From: sstein3297@... To: SkyBusters@yahoogroups.com ; MTMA@yahoogroups.com Sent:...
Many high power parachute manufactures give decent rates for the chutes they offer for various weight ranges.As a VERY rough guide you can use 6" of chute for...
Don't forget to check the manufacturer's web sites too. Sky Angle (www.b2rocketry.com) and Recovery Technologies (www.rocketparachutes.com) are two that come...
Sorry for this last minute update; I just got a call from the Twinsburg Public Library and was informed that they will be closing at 2:30pm today! This means...
If anyone is curious about the math and assumptions behind descent rate calculations, I have done some work in this area and can offer various tools on my web...
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All, Wow! Thanks for all the great info and resources in answer to my question! Steve Stein ... Hey all, I have a recovery system question. Is there a...
If you want a less than up-to-date and less techincal answer, the February 1964 issue of Estes Model Rocket New article titled "Bring 'em Back -- Gently!"...
Enter your vote today! A new poll has been created for the MTMA group: We need to select a make-up date for the MTMA 2009 Section Meeting. Please select one...
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Please go to the Yahoo group Poll at the link below to let us know which date(s) you will be available for the rescheduled MTMA Section Meeting. The meeting...
Hey all- Hope everybody is staying warm these days! Anyway I posted this question on Skybusters as well. I built a rocket with a 3 inch airframe with 4 fins. I...
The MTMA will hold its annual section meeting on Saturday, February 7, 2009, from 10:00am until 12:00pm in the Twinsburg Public Library (10050 Ravenna Road,...
As long as the buttons are centered between the fins you can go down to a BT 50 airframe with 4 fins.On a three fin model you can get down to a BT 20,but both...
On Sun, Jan 25, 2009 at 9:41 PM, villagepainterguy ... On a standard rail you should be fine. I have Delrin 1000's on my LOC Weasel, which is a lot smaller,...
The figures I gave for the rail question are for a 1" rail.I do not have a 1.5" rail to check clearance on,but a 1"rail will support rockets up to about 10...
Hey everybody- Thank you for all the advice and input on the rail buttons. Cant wait to get this one on the pad and let it rip! Looking forward to calm winds...
Reminder from: MTMA Yahoo! Group http://groups.yahoo.com/group/MTMA/cal MTMA Section Meeting Saturday February 7, 2009 10:00 am - 12:00 pm (The next reminder...
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Reminder from: MTMA Yahoo! Group http://groups.yahoo.com/group/MTMA/cal MTMA Section Meeting Saturday February 7, 2009 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Location: Twinsburg...
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As was discussed at today's meeting, there are some Estes motors and supplies that you just cannot buy at Michael's for 40% or 50% off. ACSupply routinely...
Just got an email from Quest. They are having a 40% off sale this weekend. Let me know if anyone is interested in a club order. It is limited to items in...