Mini Mod™

Flexible Engineering for the Classroom

The Mini Mod™ is more than just a beginner rocket—it's a hands-on introduction to aerospace engineering principles. Designed for maximum customizability and classroom efficiency, the Mini Mod offers six unique build configurations by combining two interchangeable fin styles and two optional body tube extensions. With just 10 easy-to-assemble parts and no painting required, students can explore how changes in rocket design affect stability, aerodynamics, and flight trajectory—turning every build into an engineering experiment.

Compact Size, High-Flying Performance

Don’t let the small size fool you. When powered by an A10-3T mini engine, the Mini Mod can reach impressive altitudes of up to 600 feet. Its featherweight recovery system ensures safe, gentle landings and easy reuse. The rocket’s low-profile launch profile and reliable performance make it an excellent choice for schoolyards, summer camps, or tight launch zones where control and safety are key. Educators can confidently run multiple launches in a single class session, making the Mini Mod both efficient and exciting.

Real-World Engineering Concepts in Action

With its modular design, the Mini Mod allows students to engage in true engineering thinking—testing hypotheses, modifying designs, and comparing flight outcomes. It’s an ideal platform for teaching core concepts like Newton’s Laws, thrust-to-weight ratios, and center of gravity versus center of pressure. Its fast build time shifts the focus to scientific inquiry and data analysis, aligning seamlessly with NGSS standards and STEM objectives across grade levels.

Empowering Students Through Design Exploration

Whether used in elementary science units or middle school engineering clubs, the Mini Mod encourages creative problem-solving, experimentation, and teamwork. Its customizable nature empowers students to iterate on their own designs and learn from the results—just like real aerospace engineers. Affordable, repeatable, and packed with educational value, the Mini Mod is a powerful tool for inspiring curiosity and launching a lifelong interest in science and engineering.