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Another finless rocket, maybe yes and maybe no (2016-11-23)

Well, KenECoyote has unveiled another finless rocket concept  that has tickled my fancy - an Apollo Command/Service Module. I love its stubbiness and that big nozzle. I have my doubts on ... [Read More]

Finless doubts and screwups, part 1 (2016-11-25)

Construction has begun on the Apollo Command/Service doohickey. The nose is ready for nose weight. RockSim says 2 oz should raise the confidence level to 24%. One percent more and I might actually ... [Read More]

Apollo Command/Service Module is coming together... (2016-11-26)

...BUT I still have doubts. More lamentations below. Here you see the body section, the lead-filled nose cone and the mostly hidden 24mm motor mount. I didn't research what the bottom is ... [Read More]

Apollo Command/Service Module 99% done (2016-11-27)

Well, all that's left is paint touch ups, add a shock cord and 'chute, and hit it with a dull coat to protect the cardstock. The nozzle should be darker than shown below and I have already repainted ... [Read More]

And now, another finless RockSim model (2016-11-27)

I thought about the shortcoming of my First RockSim model and decided to approach it differently. May or may not be better, but I did it anyway! Instead of a BT-60 rocket with a 3" ringtail, this one ... [Read More]