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L1 Rocket
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Overview
This project is my L1 rocket, which I launched on March 8, 2026.
It reached an altitude of ~2200ft
Design Approach
I chose a Von Kármán profile nosecone because it is a low-drag shape that suits my L1 flight. Its smooth contour guides airflow around the rocket, which helps reduce drag and reach a higher altitude.
Simulation & Testing
I designed the rocket in OpenRocket, and the design file is available to download on this page. I launched it on March 8, 2026, and a video of the launch is embedded above.
Key Features
- —Von Kármán profile nosecone
- —Designed in OpenRocket, with the design file available to download
- —Launched on March 8, 2026
- OpenRocket
- Rocket Design
- Nosecone Design