Smash Rocketry New Group Project – The Proton M

[smashburn]

Just a reminder, I have been updating my site, http://www.smashrocketry.com, with all the Proton progress and a lot more pics. It would be a bit much to post it all here. I’ve also added the Paypal Donation link for those wanting to help out financially with the Proton Project.

I also have pics of my old projects like the Delta II, Titan IV & DragonShip, as well as info on upcoming projects, like the Upscale Little Lunar Express.

Check it out!

[Warren B. MusselmanModerator]

The Delta II was one of my most seminal rocketry projects. An experience NOT to be missed. Steve knows how to do a big project and pull it all together (John Wilke is another) and you will learn more as you go and feel more accomplished than even the most extreme solo project. Do IT!

[smashburn]

So I’m getting around pretty well now after my surgery and will be building again next Sat in Longmont. MMTs are in and we can do a lot of cool stuff. Let me know if you’re interested. All skill levels welcome.

10am to ??? . Want to be done early enough to get home and clean up for the All Rockets Dinner in Northglen at 7pm.

Steve

[BEAR]

I am planning on being there, bringing gifts. A dozen offset thrust rings for six offset motors. Just finished them a few minutes ago. IN my next life I have got to get me an heated garage. I think I am getting frostbite on my hands and I can see my breath! 😯
Boo Hoo, Woh is me.

[Tim Thomas]

8) Bear,
Just a thought… If woman found you a little more handsome, you could be a little less handy! 🙄

[edwardModerator]

Any idea on the finished weight yet? That way I can start calculating the parachute size(s). I’ll need at least 4 weeks lead time to make them.

Edward

[BEAR]

Mr. Lawndartman;
Too much work. I’d have to lose weight, grow hair on top of my head, instead of all over the face, and I would probably have to give up rockets because then the women would want my attention and money. Damned if you do and damned if you don’t. Thanks for thinking of me or for me, Tim.

[smashburn]

Any idea on the finished weight yet? That way I can start calculating the parachute size(s). I’ll need at least 4 weeks lead time to make them.

Edward

No but should after next weekend .. also still unsure how many pieces I’m bringing it down in. Often on really large rockets they break apart the sustainer and bring the pcs down separately .. so I believe we’ll have 3 separate pcs including the booster.

Thanks!

[smashburn]

I am planning on being there, bringing gifts. A dozen offset thrust rings for six offset motors. Just finished them a few minutes ago. IN my next life I have got to get me an heated garage. I think I am getting frostbite on my hands and I can see my breath! 😯
Boo Hoo, Woh is me.

Sounds great Bear .. I have the MMTs as well so we can build them.

[edwardModerator]

Steve,

Take a look at this chart –

http://www.alphahybrids.com/Media/TOROIDALPARACHUTEDATA.PDF

and let me know what looks in range. That way I can plan accordingly with fabric.

Edward

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