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Multi Stage Saturn V
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By the power of Greyskull I exercise the Demons of no ejection charges on D12 3's, lot number 0521! I hereby offer the Gods the essentials of sustainable oddroceketry. Let there be flight!
Yeah, the skies where clear and the oddrocs flew true. It was good AND THE PEOPLE REJOICED!
lakeroadster
When in doubt... build hell-for-stout!
1st time I've seen these two videos... I watched them with my newest best friend.
If you're a fan of early space flight, check them out.
If you're a fan of early space flight, check them out.
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Wow! Look guys! Master Jedi Lakeroadster now has the ability to force project his mindsim on to the TV screen! The future he sees! It will assuredly be a success! YIPPEE!
lakeroadster
When in doubt... build hell-for-stout!
Strength Testing The Fishing Leader Line
I used a 5 lb barbell weight and did a 24" drop test. I did (3) drop tests, all were failures.
1st Drop Test: The stainless quick disconnect failed,
2nd Drop Test: The braided string failed, so I upgraded to a heavier string,
3rd Drop Test: The leader cable broke just above the crimped grommet.
Trust, but verify. Many thanks to @rharshberger.
I'll be using 300# Kevlar.... so much for wandering off the path.
I used a 5 lb barbell weight and did a 24" drop test. I did (3) drop tests, all were failures.
1st Drop Test: The stainless quick disconnect failed,
2nd Drop Test: The braided string failed, so I upgraded to a heavier string,
3rd Drop Test: The leader cable broke just above the crimped grommet.
Trust, but verify. Many thanks to @rharshberger.
I'll be using 300# Kevlar.... so much for wandering off the path.
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"Let's light this candle"
Really hope that all your efforts and attention to detail do pay out!
Looking forward to the big moment and keeping my fingers crossed
lakeroadster
When in doubt... build hell-for-stout!
Fireproofing the Parachute Spools
I was going to paint these with high temperature paint, but instead just coated the bottom section that will get the direct blast of the ejection charge with wood glue. (2) heavy coats is what was applied.
I should do a test sometime to see how much protection this really provides.
I was going to paint these with high temperature paint, but instead just coated the bottom section that will get the direct blast of the ejection charge with wood glue. (2) heavy coats is what was applied.
I should do a test sometime to see how much protection this really provides.
lakeroadster
When in doubt... build hell-for-stout!
Eyebolt for 1st stage Kevlar Shock Cord
Yeah, it's a bit large, but it fits in the allocated space. 2nd stage just loops around one the motor retainer screws.
Also finished up fireproofing the spools. I figured the tops of the spools needed it too, to handle the blast from the upper stage motors when they ignite.
Yeah, it's a bit large, but it fits in the allocated space. 2nd stage just loops around one the motor retainer screws.
Also finished up fireproofing the spools. I figured the tops of the spools needed it too, to handle the blast from the upper stage motors when they ignite.
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Fear is the mind killer.
Weight is the performance killer! Especially on that first stage. Be mindful of the Force.
Weight is the performance killer! Especially on that first stage. Be mindful of the Force.
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My go to for blast protection is aluminum can cut to fit. Wood glue holds it pretty well, since it’s a no stress joint.
Have done the same inside pistons.
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Depending on weight I also might use dryer duct tape or high temp BBQ paint. But even a healthy coat of white glue for most LPR applications works for a little while.
True, but I would definitely lean towards wood glue or epoxy for this purpose. White glue softens pretty quickly with heat.
lakeroadster
When in doubt... build hell-for-stout!
It's ready and in the que.
Light that candel. Blast off. Let er rip. Push the button.
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Did she fly yet? What's the final weight?
lakeroadster
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<sings like that whiny "Rounder Boy kid> 
Please come to Pittsburgh or somewhere closer.... We'll fly it so high you wa-nt to cry...
(You're welcome for the earworm. It isn't too dry back east!)
Please come to Pittsburgh or somewhere closer.... We'll fly it so high you wa-nt to cry...(You're welcome for the earworm. It isn't too dry back east!)
lakeroadster
When in doubt... build hell-for-stout!
I hear ya. I used to live in Miami County, Ohio...<sings like that whiny "Rounder Boy kid>
(You're welcome for the earworm. It isn't too dry back east!)
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Woah, epic build ! cant wait to hear about this one too!
It’s like waiting for Artemis to liftoff.
