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== Stability ==
== Stability ==
=== Center of Gravity ===
An objects center of gravity is its (rigorously and mathematically defined) middle point. The force of gravity can be simulated to act here, and the object will tend to rotate about this point, making it crucial to finding rocket stability.
=== Center of Pressure ===
=== Center of Pressure ===
The main tool we have to change the center of gravity is the size of the rocket's fins - larger fins will bring the center of pressure lower down on the rocket, increasing its stability.
The main tool we have to change the center of gravity is the size of the rocket's fins - larger fins will bring the center of pressure lower down on the rocket, increasing its stability.
=== Calibers ===
=== Calibers ===