| | [ Not displaying correctly? View web version. ] | Apogee Rocketry Workshop #398 | | 
This week we'll be releasing a massive collection of videos - it is the first chunk of assembly videos for the Draco BG rocket kit. There are currently 17 videos, but we're not going to drag them out like we did the TTV. We're going to just do them in two parts. Today will be the first part: videos one through nine. It is a lot of footage, and just may take you two weeks to watch them all. But I think you'll enjoy them. View this week's Rocketry Workshop Videos here. | | Previous videos are found on our archive page. |
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| Check out the latest products to hit Apogee's shelves! | Hermes HLV
Cluster Engine Rocket | | 
With its cluster of 4 rocket motors that lift off together and three strap-pon pods that separate mid-flight, the Hermes HLV offers a one-of-a-kind flying experience unlike anything else on the market. It will rattle your retinas! It uses a core that starts as a BT-60 at the top, and necks down to BT-55 at the rear, which houses a 24mm motor mount. Add to that three BT-55 side-mounted pods, each with a 18mm motor mount, and this rocket truly is a Heavy Lift Vehicle (HLV). It has a nice sized payload bay at the top can hold your favorite payloads. Flies on either a single 24mm motor (try the new F41W motor shown below), or use a cluster of four motors for a spectacular flight. Fully equipped with strap-on booster hooks, four plastic nose cones, a plastic transition, laser-cut parts, vinyl decals and a colorful 24" diameter plastic parachute. Be the first in your club to try out this thunder producing beast.
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| Quest F41W Rocket Motor | | 
The 24mm diameter x 95mm long Quest Q-Jet F41W rocket motor puts the power of a F motor in the same size casing as an E motor. With it's brilliant and massive white flame, this rocket motor gives a great kick to your rockets that will leave spectators speechless. The throaty roar is also a crowd pleaser. Comes in three ejection delays, 5, 8, and 11 seconds.
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| Li-Po Charger (USB) | | 
Our new Single-Cell Li-Po battery charger is now available. What's nice is that it plugs into a USB port on your computer, which makes it very convenient for charging your batteries for dual-deployment. Plus it has the special JST connector that fits the dual-deployment batteries that we sell, so you won't need a special adapter cord. And best yet, the price is less than half of the old one we used to carry. This is a win-win for everyone!
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| 2023 Christmas Ornament | | 
Relive the exhilarating memories of an unforgettable year with our 2023 Christmas Tree Ornament. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this ornament captures the essence of the iconic TTV rocket, symbolizing the spirit of exploration and adventure. Constructed from a high-quality laser-cut cardstock skeleton framework, the TTV Model Rocket Ornament offers a unique and engaging assembly experience. Simply punch out the precision-cut pieces from the card and fit them together like a captivating 3D jigsaw puzzle. With just a touch of glue, watch as the rocket takes shape before your eyes, ready to grace your Christmas tree with its awe-inspiring presence. Get several today for your friends and family to remind them that you'd love rocketry kits as your Christmas present.
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Pod Separation Explosion! Last week we released the Hermes HLV rocket kit. This week's simulation shows the Hermes on a cluster of 4 motors. It is a D12-7 in the core stage, and B6-0 motors in the three strap-on boosters. I set it up so the pods are staggared as they drop off, so you can count them as they fall off. It is so cool to watch. Check out the simulation here. |
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-- Jerry Fisher
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