The Pillar of Autumn (POA) model rocket is the first project developed by the research hotbed, and is still in development.

What is the project about?

Make a model rocket that flies 100 meters which allows us to test

• Electronics: Test electronic system for the transmission of information in real time
• Software: Received data display software
• Parachute: Test free fall detection system and activate parachute
• Engine: Test engine operation and validate it with respect to static tests

Overview of the rocket

Flight computer

More information about the flight computer code can be found here

Simulations

Engine tests

Video of static tests

Software

This software was made for taking and analyzing time series data to determine the thrust curve of the rocket.

Results

The following two graphs show the experimental results obtained in the motor test.

What do we need to launch it?

• Improve Engines: Do more experimentation with engines using better manufacturing techniques and materials
• Release site: Find a site for testing and launching