Model Rocket Educational Resources!

If your a teacher, scout master, club or youth leader...You'll find the files listed here an invaluable tool for teaching science math and aeronautical principals!

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Resources in PDF format you can download:

	Guide for Teachers & Youth Group Leaders Introduces you to Estes' rocket technology, safety and launch day operation techniques. Plus, background on Estes Industries and the complete services offered in our educational program. (20 pages).
	Model Rocketry Technical Manual Handy guide for construction and flight of model rockets. Good tips on "scratch building", launch systems, tracking, staging, boost-gliders and more. (16 pages).
	Igniters and Their Use Exactly what is an igniter? This article explains what it is, how it works and the correct way to install one to successfully launch a model rocket. (4 pages)
	Reproduction Masters for Model Rocketry Set of reproducible masters that may be used to make overhead transparencies and handout sheets. Set includes: Model Rocket Flight Profile, Parts of a Model Rocket, Model Rocket Safety Code, Model Rocket Engine Functions, Model Rocket Engine Codes, Model Rocket Engine Time/Thrust Curve (B6-4 engine) and Igniter Installation Procedure. (8 pages).
	Projects in Model Rocketry Suggestions on how to plan, prepare and present research projects. Ideas for about one hundred projects. Projects range from simple exhibits to true research work. An excellent reference for Science Fair projects. Great ideas for clubs. (14 pages).
	Elementary Mathematics of Model Rocket Flight Information on how to make and use your own altitude tracker and how to calculate speeds and accelerations reached by model rockets. Technical Note TN-5. (8 pages).
	Newton's Laws of Motion and Model Rocketry Newton's Laws of Motion are explained in terms which most students eleven years of age or older can understand. Simple examples, experiments and a review are included for each law of motion. (16 pages).
	Model Rocket Contest Guide Use to plan model rocket contests for school classes or clubs. Contains details on types of competitive events and suggestions on all facets of contests from organization of the planning committee to championship awards. Includes sample score sheets. (16 pages).
	Model Rocket Launch Systems Guide Contains a wealth of information. Photographs and clearly drawn schematics make it easily understood. The electrical theory of launch systems is explained and a number of special study problems are included. (18 pages).
	Guide for Aerospace Clubs The perfect source book for organizing and operating a successful model rocket club. A comprehensive guide, idea source and reference for club organization and activities. A must for active clubs. (33 pages).
	The Classic Collection "Classic" Estes Technical Reports and Technical Notes that include rocket stability, multi-staging, altitude tracking, rear and front engine boost gliders, building a wind tunnel, cluster techniques, model rocket engine information, payload launching and recovery techniques. (46 pages).
	Model Rocketry Study Guide This book presents a logical program for anyone who wants the most from model rocketry. There is a planned sequence of activities through three skill levels that guides a student on his/her path to becoming an expert model rocketeer. A glossary and self-review are provided for each section. Technical Report TR-8. (45 pages).
	Camp Leader's Model Rocketry Manual Expanded guide for introducing model rocketry successfully into camp programs. This publication has been well accepted by camp leaders. The author is an experienced camp leader and professional educator. (18 pages).
	Altitude Prediction Charts - Part One Explains a relatively simple method by which aerodynamic drag and other atmospheric effects can be taken into account in predicting rocket peak altitudes. Includes suggestions for research projects. Technical Report TR-10. Part One. (12 pages).
	Altitude Prediction Charts - Part Two Technical Report TR-10. Part Two. (5 pages).
	Altitude Prediction Charts - Part Three Technical Report TR-10. Part Three. (6 pages).
	Altitude Prediction Charts - Part Four Technical Report TR-10. Part Four. (23 pages).
	Technical Report on Boost Gliders Explains the principles of flight that apply to model rocket powered gliders. Also included are practical aspects of designing, building and flying boost gliders. Technical Report (second edition) TR-4. (16 pages).
	Certificate of Achievement Model Rocketry Award - PARTICIPATED Certificate. (1 page).
	Certificate of Achievement Model Rocketry Award - WON Certificate. (1 page).
	Certificate of Achievement Model Rocketry Award - OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT Certificate. (1 page).
	Individual Event Score Sheet A practical form to use for recording results in any model rocket contest event. Places are provided for each entrant's name and flight results. (1 page).
	Flight Data Sheet Keep track of model rocket flights. Includes Countdown Checklist, Preflight, Launch, Weather and Flight Data Information. (1 page).
	Model Rocket Flight Profile Poster Poster includes all stages of a model rocket's flight. All posters print on an 81/2" x 11" page. Use a copy machine to enlarge. (1 page).
	Parts of a Model Rocket Poster Poster that shows all the parts of a model rocket. (1 page).
	Model Rocket Engines Poster Poster contains an inside view of a model rocket engine, an explanation of what the letter and numbers on the engine represent and a Time-Thrust Curve for an Estes B6-4 engine. (1 page).
	Forces on Flying Objects Poster Poster shows lift, gravity, drag and thrust. (1 page).
	Glide, Stall and Dive Poster Flight patterns of glide, stall and dive are shown. (1 page).
	Center of Gravity and Center of Pressure Poster Poster has a model rocket showing where the Center of Gravity and Center of Pressure are located. (1 page).
	2004 Estes Model Rocket Engine Reference Chart This chart shows the current Estes rockets and the recommended engines to use for each one. (1 page)
	2004 Estes Model Rocket Accessory Chart Lost the nose cone for your rocket? This chart will show you the correct nose cone for your rocket plus other parts like the recovery device, engine hook, body tube, engine mount and launch lug. (1 page)