View source for HPR Background Information

High power rocketry (HPR) is an essential and hands-on part of learning the fundamentals of rocketry. 

NASA's online [https://spaceflightsystems.grc.nasa.gov/education/rocket/shortr.html Beginner's Guide To Rockets] will get you started on many of the basic principles governing rocketry. If you manage to make your way through all of these, you will understand the vernacular often used in rocketry. To learn more about rocketry, the theory behind it, and other useful things related to rockets, see [[So You Want To...]].

In addition that resource, here are some concepts compiled so you can quickly grasp what you need to know. If you are attempting an L1 certification, check out [[L1 Certification]].