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  1. J

    NSL 2024: A 24" Diameter 1/6th SpaceX Dragon Pad Abort Test

    The I40's have an initial kick to help get off the pad:
  2. J

    NSL 2024: A 24" Diameter 1/6th SpaceX Dragon Pad Abort Test

    Getting all / enough motors light is definitely a concern. We'll want this on an away pad for sure. We will validate each starter, and build a robust electrical solution to ensure current and voltage has a definitive and validated path to the starters. While success cannot be assured, human...
  3. J

    NSL 2024: A 24" Diameter 1/6th SpaceX Dragon Pad Abort Test

    tentative plan is to use 8x Aerotech I40N Warp 9 motors. We're estimating 40 LBS which get to an initial thrust to weight of ~4.64:1 with the I40N having an .5 sec spike to get off the pad. Final build weight will make some determinations, but the 3D parts totaled 6.6 lbs. If all motors...
  4. J

    NSL 2024: A 24" Diameter 1/6th SpaceX Dragon Pad Abort Test

    Thanks for pulling me into the fun project @bandman444 , No way I would have started something like this on my own. I can't wait to see this thing fly, and if nothing else, excitement is guaranteed. Since we're planning to fly this at NSL West, plans include a pair of Spud-ronauts as this...
  5. J

    Spud-X 1/6th scale Dragon

    Follow @bandman444 's thread going forward for updates on this project: NSL 2024: A 24" Diameter 1/6th SpaceX Dragon Pad Abort Test
  6. J

    Spud-X 1/6th scale Dragon

    Segment printing continued completing more and more of the model: Eventually resulted in having all of the capsule segments complete, weighed and labeled for assembly: To be continued.........
  7. J

    Spud-X 1/6th scale Dragon

    This project started as distraction for other more serious projects such as my L3 pursuit, and Bryce's Handicap Record Quest: NSL 2024. What else are you supposed to do in the dark wet winter of the Pacific Northwest when you have an idle 3D printer? Bryce showed up to our February Monthly...
  8. J

    For Sale Misc Electronics and Hardware

    PM sent on the aeropack items
  9. J

    60 Acres Park, Redmond, WA (Seattle area)

    January WAC launch was great despite the cold weather. Here's the flight tally for the day:
  10. J

    60 Acres Park, Redmond, WA (Seattle area)

    WAC January launch, we're setup and ready for anyone interested in joining us! 11 AM -3 PM. Bring your rockets and warm clothes!
  11. J

    For Sale 1/2" Flat kevlar Mule tape by Neptco

    @tbonerocketeer looks like the Basket / checkout is broke while I was attempting my order :(. I'm getting a 500 error when attempting to access on multiple browsers / PC's :(. Hopefully you still have stock once it's back up.
  12. J

    4" FWFG Pluto SLAM Limited Number Available

    @BoomChickaBoom I picked up Rob Skiba's kit from him last year. Building it now, planning to fly this summer sometime. Mike's kits are truly next level and a joy to build.
  13. J

    For Sale 1/2" Flat kevlar Mule tape by Neptco

    Looks like this is now sold out. @tbonerocketeer if you have any left, I'm could use 100-200' Thanks for sharing the deal regardless.
  14. J

    CAD Software Give me stuff to CAD.

    @NTP2 are you interested in modeling an air intake for a Mac Performance Pluto Slam I'm building? I'm in the process of building one of the limited run kits from: https://www.rocketryforum.com/threads/4-fwfg-pluto-slam-limited-number-available.162783/ For static display, I think it would be...
  15. J

    Black Powder Source in DFW/North Texas area?

    Chris' Rocket Supplies stock 4F and would be supporting a rocketry vendor: https://www.csrocketry.com/recovery-supplies/ejection-supplies/schuetzen-black-powder.html
  16. J

    Hello from Western Washington

    Welcome Jim, you are a true legend. Looking forward to seeing your L3 journey and flight this year! Jack Poehlman
  17. J

    2023 Black Friday (and surrounding) sales and deals

    Highlights from the Buyrocketmotors.com Email: Black Friday Special Aerotech G78-7G (retail - $40.99) Aerotech G80-7T (retail - $38.99) Aerotech G77-7R (retail - $38.99) Enerjet G74-4W (retail - $57.99) NO HAZMAT FEE REQUIRED! $115.00 for 5 G motors! That is 35% off Retail Price! 25% off...
  18. J

    2023 Black Friday (and surrounding) sales and deals

    AMW posted to facebook: Its a rainy day here in AZ and while we wait to see if we can go to a launch... $999.99 Aerotech L3 Special with a 75/6400 Motor and a M1315! (You do not have to be certifying to take advantage of this) Plus 20% off all LOC kits is running a L3 cert special today...
  19. J

    3D Printing What did you 3D Print Today?

    Printed a 133.4% upscaled Aerobee from: Thingivese - Aerobee in ABS. Upscale fits a 24mm E9 perfectly! Anyone have any hints on how to prevent sharp nose cone tips from getting a little globby? A little sanding, and it will be passible, but even with a 2s min layer time the top 1/2" or so...
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