To maximize the chance of simultaneous ignition, 3" long Quest igniters were inserted into each engine nozzle and taped in place. They were attached to a 3-head igniter whip (from Dog House Rocketry - now showing discontinued) which was connected to the LUNAR launch pad system.
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My personal take in this situation would be to tack on to this thread, unless Mr. G. objects, or unless you *want* to do a full build thread (which is always your prerogative). If you stay here, I'd just focus on the SRB-related highlights. Strap-on boosters are interesting and not at all routine, so even if you duplicate Mr. G's design I for one would still be interested in seeing how it goes for you.I gathered up all the requisite parts and will start construction of my version of your Ventris SRB. :wink:
I've had some thought of making the SRB/Main guide rails in two shorter segments, an upper and lower on each, rather than the one long section as you did. But then again, I suppose it could induce the chance for some binding at separation, and maybe I shouldn't mess with what works (KISS). Regardless, my build will be almost an exact carbon copy of yours. Do you think it's worth doing dedicated a build thread on? :confused2:
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