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Line 1: − {{Problems}}+ − + − − A note on painting your rocket: if you do not do it, we will not let you launch. − − = Background Information = − − 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. − − == Jargon == − − === Impulse and its Specificity === − − === Motor Systems (DMS and RMS) === − − === Motor Retention (Positive or Otherwise) === − − == Stability == − − === Center of Pressure === − − === Center of Gravity === − − === Calibers === − − == Motor Specs == − − == Simulations == − − Use OpenRocket. + − + − + − + Line 125:
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Line 172: − + + + + + − == Livermore Unit of the National Association of Rocketry ==+ − = Launch Day Procedures =+ − + − + − In case you would like to fully understand all factors governing a RSO's decision-making prcoess, here is a [https://www.nar.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/RSO-Operations-Manual-Blue-Mtn-Rktrs.pdf RSO Operations Manual].+ − − They are responsible for pre-flight inspection and approval of hobby rocket vehicles within a specified motor impulse range. They give the final word on whether your rocket will launch. − − === Launch Control Officer (LCO) === − − The LCO is responsible for control of the range and the actual launching of the rocket vehicles themselves. − − == What You Need To Bring == − − === Rocket Fuel === − − *Epoxy − *Tools to apply epoxy (i.e. popsicle sticks and paper plates) − *Power Drill and Impact Driver − *Correct drill bits and heads − *Dremel − *Igniters − *Bolts (what kind?) − *Screwdrivers − *Adjustable spanner − *Masking and duct tape − *Sandpaper (120 grit) − *Measuring tape − *Calipers − − If doing L2 also bring these things along: − − *Wire strippers − *Small needlenose pliers − *Black powder − *Extra igniters and ematches − *Soldering iron − *Power supply − *Rosin solder − *Altimeters − *Altimeter USB cables − *Batteries − *Multimeter − *Precision Screwdriver − *Laptop − − === People Fuel === − − *Cases of water − *Cooler for drinks − *Snacks (bring your own food) − *Cash for launch fees and purchasing miscellaneous parts − *Nice cameras − *Inverters and power strips for power from car − *Sharpies and pens − *Pre-filled out documentation − *First aid kits − *Tent − *Chairs − *Folding tables − − === Appropriate Clothing === − These requirements obviously change per season, but the running theme is that you will be exposed to the elements all day. − *Sunglasses − *Hats − *Scarves − *Pants − *Walking boots or sneakers − *Rain boots (for walking in muddy farmland) − *Jacket − − == Vendors == − − BAR − − == Range Layout == − Big, cars on the side, site in the middle+ + + − == Packing Your Parachute ==+ + + − It should not be too tight. Etc.+ − − Here is a video. − − Here is how a NAR member does it. (Cliff) − − Look at these great diagrams. − − − − If using a single use motor or Disposable Motor System, make sure to check that the delay on the ejection charge is correct using a simulation software (i.e. OpenRocket). If needed adjust the length of the delay grain. Then place the correct quantity of ejection propellant in the correct location. Cap it. − − Here is a great video to watch. − − − − Is your paperwork in order? − − === Motors === − − Is the motor certified, what is the motor type and average thrust? Is the delay time is approximate for rocket? − − Will the rocket penetrate cloud cover? − − Does your rocket motor have the ejection charge installed? − − Is sufficient wadding/Kevlar installed? − − What kind of motor retention system is installed? − − What prevents the motor from flying-through the rocket? − − === Rocket Construction === − − Stability? Is the CG in front of the CP? Be able to identify both. − − Is the nose cone fitted correctly? − − Launch lugs and/or rail guides properly installed, positioned, and aligned? − − Fins atttached securely and in a manner that will not cause an unsafe flight? − − Is an appropriately-sized recovery system installed and attached? − − Are there vent holes? − − == Launch Pad Procedure == − − The rocket should slide freely on the rail. The pad angle should be within 20 degrees of the vertical axis (normal to the surface of the earth). Flight critical electronics (if there are any) should be armed before putting in igniters. Any radio control equipment should also be nominally operating before arming the igniters. − − === How to install an igniter === − − Place in the nozzle of rocket, and tape the igniter to the rocket so it does not slide out. '''Make sure not to short the leads of the igniters. ''' − − Here is a great video to watch. − − = Final Steps = − − == Mailing It In == − − You must mail in your certification form to have the rocketry association acknowledge your achievement. These are the addresses of NAR and TRA. +
→Mailing It In
[[File: CameronRocket.jpg|thumb|right|400px|Cameron Ramos before his L1 certification flight]]
In order to understand high power rocketry enough to launch and successfully recover an L1 rocket, you must read, live, and understand the following information. Level 1 Certification allows flyers to fly High Power Rockets with a total installed impulse up to 640 newton-seconds.
In order to understand high power rocketry enough to launch and successfully recover an L1 rocket, please make sure you have already read [[HPR Background Information]]. Level 1 Certification allows flyers to fly High Power Rockets with a total installed impulse up to 640 newton-seconds.
Once you've read through this page, visit [[Launch Day]] for critical information on what to bring, wear, etc.
= Safety Codes =
= Safety Codes =
== NFPA 1127 and FAA 101 ==
== NFPA 1127 and FAA 101 ==
Note: Might be better to just give summaries of each relevant sections and only post links to full documents. Someone please fix.
'''''Note: Might be better to just give summaries of each relevant section and only post links to full documents. Someone please fix.'''''
The National Fire Protection Association has multiple documents spanning different types of rocketry. Section 1122 governs model rockets and 1127 governs high powered rockets. We are most interested in 1127.
The National Fire Protection Association has multiple documents spanning different types of rocketry. Section 1122 governs model rockets and 1127 governs high powered rockets. We are most interested in 1127.
[http://unh.edu/rocketcats/NFPA-1127.pdf NFPA 1127] states:
[http://unh.edu/rocketcats/NFPA-1127.pdf NFPA 1127] sets the rules and regulations for high power rocketry, including the motor classification system, rules for Range Safety Officers, and guidelines for the safe construction, use, and storage of rocket materials. Critically, it also includes the formal definition of High Power Rocketry, and it is this definition that is referenced in ITAR.
The Federal Aviation Administration Regulations also has a relevant section to the high powered rocketry community. [http://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?rgn=div5&node=14:2.0.1.3.15#sp14.2.101.c FAA 101 Subpart C, Amateur Rockets], states:
The Federal Aviation Administration Regulations also has a relevant section to the high powered rocketry community. [http://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?rgn=div5&node=14:2.0.1.3.15#sp14.2.101.c FAA 101 Subpart C, Amateur Rockets]. Here are the extremely relevant sections.
;§101.22 Definitions.
;§101.22 Definitions.
*[http://www.tripoli.org/Portals/1/Documents/Safety%20Code/HighPowerSafetyCode%202012%20v1.0.pdf TRA's Code for High Power Rocketry]. This resource is pretty scarce, would not look here for explicit instructions.
*[http://www.tripoli.org/Portals/1/Documents/Safety%20Code/HighPowerSafetyCode%202012%20v1.0.pdf TRA's Code for High Power Rocketry]. This resource is pretty scarce, would not look here for explicit instructions.
For reference, here is a summary of NAR's saftey code. For an non-edited version of NAR's code, check out the links above.
For reference, here is a summary of NAR's safety code. For an non-edited version of NAR's code, check out the links above.
*Certification. I will only fly high power rockets or possess high power rocket motors that are within the scope of my user certification and required licensing.
*Certification. I will only fly high power rockets or possess high power rocket motors that are within the scope of my user certification and required licensing.
= L1 Requirements =
= L1 Requirements =
[[File:Rocket_Launch_Pad_Group.jpg|thumb|600px|right|Four L1 certification rockets on the pad at SSI-R1 at Snow Ranch]]
Sources of information: [http://www.tripoli.org/Level1 TRA L1 certification info] and [http://www.nar.org/high-power-rocketry-info/level-1-hpr-certification/ NAR L1 certification info].
Sources of information: [http://www.tripoli.org/Level1 TRA L1 certification info] and [http://www.nar.org/high-power-rocketry-info/level-1-hpr-certification/ NAR L1 certification info].
=== Pre-flight Inspection ===
=== Pre-flight Inspection ===
The model will be subjected to a safety inspection prior to flight. The safety inspection form is on the back of the NAR High Power Certification Application. During the safety inspection the modeler will be expected to provide oral answers to technical questions related to the safety and construction of his model. The questions may include (but not limited to) identification of the model’s center of gravity and center of pressure, methods used to determine model stability, and interpretation of the rocket motor’s designation. The certification team will initial (or check) the blocks indicating that model safety, motor certification, and the existence of a FAA waiver (if required) in effect were verified prior to flight.
The model will be subjected to a safety inspection prior to flight. The safety inspection form is on the back of the NAR High Power Certification Application. During the safety inspection the modeler will be expected to provide oral answers to technical questions related to the safety and construction of their model. The questions may include (but not limited to) identification of the model’s center of gravity and center of pressure, methods used to determine model stability, and interpretation of the rocket motor’s designation. The certification team will initial (or check) the blocks indicating that model safety, motor certification, and the existence of a FAA waiver (if required) in effect were verified prior to flight.
=== Certification Flight ===
=== Certification Flight ===
= Launch Locations =
= Launch Locations =
== Tripoli Central California ==
=== Tripoli Central California ===
Tripoli hosts launches on the third Saturday of each month. Details, calendar, updates, and directions, as well as other pertinent information, can be found on their website here[http://www.tccrockets.com].
Be aware that Tripoli has slightly different policies and forms from NAR, as well as requiring a separate Tripoli membership in order to launch. However, certification levels from either are accepted at the other, i.e. if you are certified L1 through Tripoli, you can get your L2 certification at NAR, as long as you are a registered member of both.
[[File:Del_Norte_Launch_Site.jpg|thumb|frame|center|1000px|Del Norte launch site (TCC)]]
=== Livermore Unit of the National Association of Rocketry ===
LUNAR hosts launches on the first Saturday of each month - details can be found [http://www.lunar.org/ here].
[[File:Snow_Ranch_Launch_Site.jpg|thumb|frame|center|1000px|Snow Ranch launch site (LUNAR)]]
== Who You Will Meet ==
= Final Steps =
=== Range Safety Officer (RSO) ===
=== Mailing It In ===
You must mail in your certification form to have the rocketry association acknowledge your achievement. These are the addresses of NAR and TRA.
National Association of Rocketry HQ <br/>
P.O. Box 407 <br/>
Marion, IA 52302<br/><br/>
Tripoli Rocketry Association, Inc.<br/>
P.O. Box 87<br/>
Bellevue, NE 6800<br/>
=== Clean Up ===
== Prepping Your Motor ==
== Range Safety Check ==
Make sure to wash off all the metal components of your rocket so they do not corrode from left over motor fuel.
[[Category: Rockets]]
[[Category: Rockets]]