Design a solution to a complex real-world problem by breaking it down into smaller, more manageable problems that can be solved through engineering.
Analyze data to support the claim that Newton’s second law of motion describes the mathematical relationship among the net force on a macroscopic object, its mass, and its acceleration.
Conduct short as well as more sustained research projects to answer a question (including a self-generated question) or solve a problem; narrow or broaden the inquiry when appropriate; synthesize multiple sources on the subject, demonstrating understanding of the subject under investigation
Make strategic use of digital media (e.g., textual, graphical, audio, visual, and interactive elements) in presentations to enhance understanding of findings, reasoning, and evidence and to add interest.
Reason abstractly and quantitatively.
Model with mathematics.
Use units as a way to understand problems and to guide the solution of multi-step problems; choose and interpret units consistently in formulas; choose and interpret the scale and the origin in graphs and data displays.
The force resulting from air creating friction on an object, magnitude dependent on surface area
A device that can measure its height from a zero ground position
The peak altitude of a model rocket
A set of parts put together in a purposeful way or according to design
The portion of a rocket that houses most of the parts
The point on an object where the weight on either side is balanced with the other
The point on an object where the air flow from all directions is balanced
The force that opposes motion due to various factors including air resistance
A miniature non-metallic solid fuel rocket motor that contains propellant and may contain a delay element and an ejection charge. Designed to impart force to accelerate the rocket during flight and to activate the recovery system at or near maximum altitude.
Passive stabilizing and guiding unit of a model rocket; an aerodynamic surface projecting from the rocket body for the purpose of giving the rocket direction and stability.
A push/pull on an object resulting from interaction with another object, either with or without contact.
A round, hollow tube that slips over the launch rod to guide the model during the first few feet of flight until sufficient airspeed is reached to allow the fins to function.
Stable launching rod, remote starter system, and other components needed to launch a model rocket.
The forwardmost part of the rocket.
A device incorporated into a model rocket for the purpose of returning it to the ground in a safe manner. Usually achieved by creating drag or lift to oppose the acceleration of gravity. All model rockets must employ a recovery system, such as a parachute.
Non-flammable paper that protects the recovery system from melting the parachute when the ejection charge occurs.
An object or system that is in the state of minimal unbalanced forces
The speed of an object in a specified direction
