This is a Larry Brand design that I assembled from parts contained in a LOC Precision Lil Nuke kit and an extra length of 54mm tubing. LOC 54 mm tubing is motor mount grade so it's a bit thicker than most. I also ordered a 6" long payload bay kit to complete the build.
Larry's article on the original Auracle 54 is sketchy on details and so I relied on the photgraphs accompanying the article. When all was said and done, I'm happy with the way it turned out. In retrospect, I will never again attempt a tube fin with tapered ends.
| Flight Date: | 2011-12-10 |
| Rocket Name: | Steppin' Razor (Tube Fin) |
| Flyer's Name: | K Sonesen |
| Motors: | G64-7 |
| Expected Altitude: | 1,500 Feet |
| Wind Speed: | 5.00 mph |
| Launch Site: | SARG - Amoruso Field |
This was an interesting flight. The nosecone separated from the payload bay but everything else worked according to plan. I recovered the nosecone about 50' from the rest of the rocket. Guess I'll have to drill and tap for a screw or two to retain the nosecone on future flights.
| Stage | Motor(s) |
|---|---|
| 1 | Aerotech G64-7 |
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