I am very new into rocketry and need help with nose weight and CG. I have purchased and built the Alarm kit from The Launch Pad with a few modifications. Being so new to the sport, Im just now realizing that a little modification here and there adds up to major effects in the performance in the air.
Go here for pictures of my rocket and a description of its performance on its first three flights.
https://www.rocketryforum.com/showt...d-Rocket-ALARM-(Modified)&p=591860#post591860
Ive created an Openrocket file and have tried to accurately construct the completed rocket is it sits. Please keep in mind, this is the first time I have used Openrocket and still have allot to learn on its functions and proper use. Im thinking about adding 4-5 oz of nose weight.
After reading almost every thread on this forum concerning CG and nose weight, am I correct that Openrocket is telling me to add that much weight. Im extremely happy with this kit and how Ive built it and would hate to mess it up due to lack of knowledge.
Attached is the openrocket file and Ill list some specific on the rocket.
View attachment Alarm.ork
Weight with no motor or aero tech casing 356g
Casing used is the aero tech 24/40 20g
Motor used was the F24-w4
Next motor I have for it is a E11-3j 44g
Thanks in advance for any help you may provide,
Go here for pictures of my rocket and a description of its performance on its first three flights.
https://www.rocketryforum.com/showt...d-Rocket-ALARM-(Modified)&p=591860#post591860
Ive created an Openrocket file and have tried to accurately construct the completed rocket is it sits. Please keep in mind, this is the first time I have used Openrocket and still have allot to learn on its functions and proper use. Im thinking about adding 4-5 oz of nose weight.
After reading almost every thread on this forum concerning CG and nose weight, am I correct that Openrocket is telling me to add that much weight. Im extremely happy with this kit and how Ive built it and would hate to mess it up due to lack of knowledge.
Attached is the openrocket file and Ill list some specific on the rocket.
View attachment Alarm.ork
Weight with no motor or aero tech casing 356g
Casing used is the aero tech 24/40 20g
Motor used was the F24-w4
Next motor I have for it is a E11-3j 44g
Thanks in advance for any help you may provide,