| [Not displaying correctly? View web version.] | Peak-of-Flight Newsletter #539: | | 
A couple of months back, we looked at Portland State Aerospace Society's (PSAS) efforts to put a cubesat into space. In this issue, we'll give you a quick update on their efforts, as well as take a look at some of the accomplishments of other universities over the last year. This includes a peek into the rocketry programs of Vanderbilt University, Portland State, University of Michigan, San Diego State and Texas A&M. Additionally, we will go over several of the ongoing collegiate competitions, and launches we can look forward to over the next year. | | Read the rest of this week's article, either on a downloadable PDF for printing out, or on our website (great for viewing on your phone)! Previous issues of our newsletter are found at our archive page. |
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| Check out the latest products to hit Apogee's shelves! | Estes NASA SLS | |  This 1/200th scale model of NASA's Space Launch System (SLS) comes completely decorated, and nearly ready to fly! Just attach the parachute and slide in the clear plastic fins, and you're ready for launch. Begin the next journey to the moon with this fun and simple rocket.
You can take this kit from the box to the launch pad in just minutes! |
| The Quest Q-Jet C18 | |  What's different about the new Quest Q-Jet C18? Unlike the other Q-Jets, the C18 rocket motor uses the Aerotech White Lightning propellant formulation. Instead of a hidden flame in black smoke, this one belches out a nice white flame that looks spectacular when your rocket is photographed.
It is 18mm in diameter, and fits all rockets that would use the regular size Estes motors. This motor is available with 3 different delays. See the available options here: The 4-second
The 6-second
The 8-second |
| The Quest Q-Jet D20 | |  Do you need a higher thrust motor for a heavier rocket? Then the new Quest D20 single-use motor is right for you.
This is a high thrust D motor that will fit your kits that use Estes 18mm diameter motors. No modification is necessary. Just plug it in, and get a great launch. Like the C18, this uses Aerotech's White Lightning propellant formulation, so it is a visual spectical when launched. You'll love it! This motor is available with 3 different delays. See the available options here: The 4-second
The 6-second
The 8-second |
| The Aerotech J99N-P | |  Check out the new Aerotech J99N-P reloadable propellant kit for the 54/852 casing (not included) This is an end-burning propellant, so it has a very long thrust duration of over 10 seconds. It takes off smooth and slow, so it is not recommended for big or heavy rockets. It also does NOT have an ejection charge, so you will need a dual-deployment altimeter in your rocket for recovery device ejection.
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| The Aerotech Single-Use H13ST-P Rocket Motor | |  The 29mm diameter, H13ST-P from Aerotech is the longest burning motor we carry. It has an incredible burn-time of 15.2 seconds. It just keeps going longer than the Energizer Bunny. Note that this is a plugged motor with NO ejection charge. So you will need a dual deployment altimeter to kick out the recovery device of your rocket. It is not recommended for heavy or larger diameter rockets. It also does not come with a thrust ring, as it was originally intended for minimum diameter flights. You can easily add a masking tape thrust ring for standard motor retention.
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Incredible amount of rocketry gear. I would say, everything you need and more to be advanced in the hobby. Shipping is quick, packages arrive undamaged and the customer service is top notch. Very attentive to details. Apogee Components Inc. has earned a customer for life with me. (Thumbs way up) - Robert Dantona | |
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