01-22-2018, 07:07 AM
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Craftsman
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Join Date: Jun 2008
Posts: 103
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Originally Posted by Jerry Irvine
That rocket planform looks quite similiar to several past kits.
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Well sure. Some parts utilized in this design have been around since the 80's...arguably since the birth of HPR! Some features of this Woosh-exclusive are "Firsts" however for a Loc release; making it a bit "special" and unique. We'll see if it makes it into the real world as a formal release...in the meantime this is a special small run release for the Woosh Org.
The intent of the design is a low cost rocket that can be built easily, catering to a myriad of rocketeers that fall under the Woosh umbrella. Flyable at Class 1 waiver-less events due to its light weight, yet strong enough to handle Level 1 motors without reinforcement, and Level 2 motors with a bit of reinforcement. Versatility is the key word; not too unlike many USR offerings.
There is only so much you can do with a trapezoidal fin planform after-all!
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