Rogue Aerospace

Seeking to design, build, and launch reusable rockets, with hands-on exposure and experience in aerospace and its applications

Students will design, build, launch and analyze the performance of reusable rockets for a competition/research objective. A holistic method of research is used for all aspects related to launching and operation of rockets: Aerodynamics, Structures, Propulsion, Materials Selection, Feedback and Control and Avionics. Students will learn how to use modern rocket analysis software such as SolidWorks, OpenRocket, and FEA. Payload design varies with competition, usually with engineering importance, such as deployable rovers and flight computers. Various scientific and engineering focused payloads will be launched to a range of target altitudes.

The team plans to compete in Battle of the Rockets and NASA Student Launch Initiative. Students are also able to pursue NAR HPR (high powered rocketry) certifications.

Rocketing to new heights (July 3, 2019)

Methods & Technologies

Rocketry
Rocket Design Fundamentals (Principles of Aerodynamics)
High Powered Rocketry (NAR/Tripoli standards)
Ground Testing (Static fire testing, deployment testing)
Payload Design (Software, circuitry, mechanical integration)
Launch Operations (preflight and postflight checklisting)
Additive and Subtractive Manufacturing (3D printing, CNC milling, laser cutting, etc.)
3D Modeling and Analysis (OpenRocket, SolidWorks, ANSYS)

Subteams

NASA Design
- Airframe Subteam
- Propulsion Subteam
- Avionics Subteam
- Payload Subteam
Operations
- Sponsorship and Outreach
- Social Media and Design
Workshop/Onboarding