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Sunday, August 14th, 2011
It’s a Blast with High Powered Model Rockets
Thousands across the country remember their childhood hobbies involving model rockets. Do you wish you could do something more? With high powered model rockets, you can do everything from study aerospace and spacecraft to simply learning more about how to build the most ideal rocket for your purposes. Here are a few things to consider as you pursue the fascinating world of high powered rockets.
Along with furthering the studies of altitude and space, high powered model rockets are also used in a variety of contests throughout the year. These contests frequently center on aspects such as durability, altitude, and even aesthetics. If you’re fascinated by the idea of simply learning more about how to build and fly these magnificent devices, these contests are great motivation tools. Regardless of your purpose for using high powered model rockets, it goes without saying that this is quite a rewarding pastime.
Unlike with model rockets, you can’t purchase high powered model rockets in normal stores. Before you can purchase them, it is mandatory that you meet a series of requirements. These not only ensure that you don’t harm the environment around you-it also makes sure that you aren’t hurt in the process as well. These requirements include laws pertaining to what types of materials are allowed for building high powered model rockets as well as various forms and certifications you must earn before you’re allowed to pursue your studies further.
What are some good ways to get a foot in the high powered rocket community? You can begin by joining an organization. These not only provide you with the opportunity to interact with thousands of like-minded individuals just like you-they also provide you with access to guidebooks, local clubs, events, and even insurance information. Two such organizations include the National Association of Rocketry and the Tripoli Rocketry Association. To learn more about each club’s specific guidelines and membership requirements, you can find all the information you need on their official websites.
Whether you’re just starting out or you’ve been launching and studying rockets since childhood, there are many benefits to interacting with high powered model rockets. Imagine the thrill of seeing your rocket reach altitudes you never would have dreamed of as a child. Whether you’re pursuing high powered rockets professionally or just for fun, it goes without saying that there is a lot to learn and create. Learn more today about how high powered model rockets can benefit you!
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3-2-1 Liftoff : Basic Model Rocketry [VHS] $34.95 For generations, humans have been fascinated by the possibility of space flight but it has only been since the evolution of the modern rocket that these dreams have been fulfilled. The development of rockets, from their earliest origins up to the modern aerospace program, is chronicled through a combination of archival material, live action and animation. Leading scientists and science fiction w… |
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Ignite the Imagination. Ideas to begin the journey $13.90 Part I: An introduction to Estes model rocketry for the classroom. Part II: Thirteen motivators that compliment each lesson in the “ignite the imagination” Curriculum Guide for Grades 5-8…. |
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Handbook of Model Rocketry (Paperback) $14.36 A fully updated new edition of the bible of model rocketry and the official handbook of the National Association of Rocketry G. Harry Stine was one of the founders of model rocketry and one of its most accomplished and respected figures. His Handbook o… |
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Trend Lab Rockets 6-piece Crib Bedding Set $126.99 Printed and appliqued rocket motifs are complemented with stars and moons. This boy’s bedding set is off-set with a soft plaid, cozy velour, and washed denim in rich color combination of tonal blues, browns, gray and white. |
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Rocket Dog Women’s ‘Clover’ Canvas Slip-on Flats $29.99 Classic styling and a cotton fabric upper construction lend distinctive style to these slip-on shoes from Rocket Dog. A 0.25-inch heel and an abiding sole provide structure and finish the quiet, yet sexy appeal of these Clover shoes. |
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Rocket Dog Women’s ‘Bond’ Slip-on Shoes $14.49 Classic styling and a fabric upper construction lend distinctive style to these slip-on shoes from Rocket Dog. A 0.25-inch heel and an abiding sole provide structure and finish the quiet, yet sexy appeal of these Bond shoes. |
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Savoy House Rocket Red Zinger Ceiling Fan $140.99 James Dean would be proud of this Retro Rocket fan in red zinger with white opal etched glass. With five efficient blades, this ceiling fan provides optimum air flow and lighting in any room. |
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Silver ‘Rocket’ Glass Entertainment Unit $153.99 This glass and aluminum entertainment unit adds a sophisticated touch to any living room space. This TV stand features a tempered clear glass top and a frosted glass bottom shelf. |
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Stomp Rocket Jr. Glow Kit $14.89 Stomp on the Launch Pad and a blast of air propels the Stomp Rocket over 100 feet in the air. The kit comes with four glow in the dark foam rockets. |
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Savoy House Lemon Chiffon Rocket Ceiling Fan $142.99 Keep your home cool and stylish with this lemon chiffon ceiling fan. This fan features five blades, a white opal etched shade and a three-speed reversible motor. |
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Rocket Leather Bay Chair $549.99 This Rocket leather chair features 100-percent natural leather that is waxed with slight oil pull up. This leather chair is Aniline dyed and finished with Aniline. |
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Rocket Dog Women’s ‘Joy’ Sandals $38.99 A metallic sheen accented fabric upper defines these ‘Joy’ sandals from Rocket Dog. These women’s sandals also spotlight a 1-inch heel, a slightly padded footbed and an abiding, textured outsole. |
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Rocket Dog Women’s ‘Bond’ Slip-on Shoes $14.99 Classic styling and a fabric upper construction lend distinctive style to these slip-on shoes from Rocket Dog. A 0.25-inch heel and an abiding sole provide structure and finish the quiet, yet sexy appeal of these Bond shoes. |
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Ultra Stomp Rocket $15.99 Stomp on the launch pad and a blast of air propels the stomp rocket over 200 feet in the air. This kit contains four rockets with the OG-1 nosecone. |
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Pepper’s Men’s Rocket Fuel Sport Sunglasses $19.99 These Rocket Fuel Sport Sunglasses from Pepper’s are bordered with a grilamid frame for total durability and flexibility. These sunglasses are part of the Speedline Polarized Collection, offeringtri-acetate polarized lenses. |
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Toy Story Rocket Table ‘N Chairs $69.99 Send a child’s imagination soaring with this Toy Story Rocket Table ‘N Chairs. This unique toy rocket, featuring your favorite Toy Story characters, comes apart to form a fun and functional table and chairs. |
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CalPak Rocket 18-inch Deluxe Laptop Backpack $32.99 Enjoy a new level of comfort as you carry your belongings in a CalPak backpackBackpack boasts a front organizer pocketBag features self-repairing excel zippers |
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Stomp Rocket Super High Performance $21.99 Stomp on the launch pad to send this rocket up to 400 feet in the air. The original Stomp Rocket that started the stompin’ revolution. |
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Rocket MDX Girl’s Adjustable Inline Skates $39.99 These Rocket MDX girl’s adjustable inline skates feature a deluxe padded comfort foam design. These inline skates also spotlight reinforced ankle support, a reinforced polymer frame and ABEC 5 carbon steel bearings. |
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Pepper’s Rocket Windless MP114 Sport Polarized Sunglasses $18.99 Have fun in the sun with a pair of Pepper’s Windless sunglassesEyewear is the perfect accessory to bring along skiing or snowboardingEyegear features contrast-enhancing anti-fog coating and double lens for impact protection |
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The Ramones – Rocket to Russia [Expanded] [Remaster] $6.43 Disc 1:Cretin HopRockaway BeachHere Today, Gone TomorrowLocket LoveI Don`t CareSheena Is a Punk RockerWe`re a Happy FamilyTeenage LobotomyDo You Wanna Dance?I Wanna Be WellI Can`t Gi… |
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X-Rated Men’s ‘Pocket Rocket’ Square Sunglasses $32.49 A clean square metal frame highlights these stylish sunglasses by X-Rated. These men’s sunglasses feature spring hinges, adjustable nose pads and 100-percent UV protection. |
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Disney’s Little Einsteins: Fire Truck Rockets Blastoff! (DVD) $10.44 The Little Einsteins go on their fastest, wildest adventure yet when Rocket (their trusty transportation) becomes a fire truck with wings! When an island volcano gets close to erupting, the crew must swoop in to save some of their animal pals. Then, it… |
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WordWorld: The Race to Mystery Island/Castles in the Sea/Rocket to the Moon (DVD) $17.13 Description not available. |
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Toysmith Rocket Balloon with Pump Toy $16.49 Inspire imagination with this fun Rocket Balloon with pump educational toy from Toysmith. This set includes 40 colorful 11-inch rocket balloons and an easy to use 12-inch pump. |
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Rocket Balloon Refill Balloons (Pack of 21) $7.99 Use these fun balloons for parties or just for fun, and reuse them again and again. These rocket balloons will entertain and delight for hours. |
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WordWorld: Rocket to the Moon (DVD) $6.32 This collection includes four episodes of the educational children`s series WORDWORLD: “Pies, Pies, Pies,” “Rocket to the Moon,” “Dog Wants to Play Ball,” and “There`s an Ant in Every Giant.” Each episode finds the animals of the WordWorld facing a spe… |
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Whistler ‘Nocturne in Black and Gold, The Falling Rocket’ Canvas Art $79.99 Artist: James Abbot McNeill Whistler Title: Nocturne in Black and Gold, The Falling RocketProduct type: Canvas art |
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Curious George and the Rocket $5.47 What will happen to George the curious monkey when he blasts off into space? Color illustrations accompany the text of this board book which is based on the picture book CURIOUS GEORGE GETS A MEDAL. |
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Houston Rockets Clip Lanyard Keychain $4.99 Use NBA lanyard clip as a keychain or ID holder with detachable clipSupport your favorite basketball team with a stylish lanyardSports collectible features an extra thick band |
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Rocket Town (Board) $7.35 The story follows an astronaut and his canine companion as they drive an old pickup through Rocket Town, passing all manner of space craft like a taxi rocket, a police rocket, a school bus rocket, and even a rocket that looks like a shark. Ea… |
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Rocket Science (DVD) $5.6 Jeffrey Blitz (2002′s SPELLBOUND) directs this comedy that follows in the footsteps of teen outsider indies such DONNIE DARKO, THUMBSUCKER, NAPOLEON DYNAMITE, and RUSHMORE. Set in New Jersey, the film follows Hal Hefner (impressive newcomer Reese … |
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Riding Rockets $10.67 In 1978, the first group of space shuttle astronauts was introduced to the world — twenty-nine men and six women who would carry NASA through the most tumultuous years of the space shuttle program. Among them was USAF Colonel Mike Mullane, who, in his… |
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Rocket Boys $8.45 Following the launching of the Soviet Sputnik, a young boy and his friends in rural West Virginia build a rocket and win the 1960 National Science Fair. A New York Times Notable Book for 1998. |
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Elbow – Build a Rocket Boys! $10.19 Disc 0:No track list available |
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Rocket Microfiber Bar Stool $129.99 Update your home decor with this 32-inch Rocket bar stool. This stool features a metal frame and a colorful microfiber seat. |
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A Vertical Empire (Hardcover) $80.96 A Vertical Empire provides a description of the British rocketry and space programme from the 1950s to 1970s, detailing the Medium Range Ballistic Missile Blue Streak and its conversion to a satellite launcher as part of the European Launcher Developme… |
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Rocketry $6.93 This book is in Good Used condition |
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Handbook of Model Rocketry $10.55 A fully updated new edition of the bible of model rocketry and the official handbook of the National Association of Rocketry G. Harry Stine was one of the founders of model rocketry and one of its most accomplished and respected figures. His Handbook of M |
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Handbook of Model Rocketry (Paperback) $14.36 A fully updated new edition of the bible of model rocketry and the official handbook of the National Association of Rocketry G. Harry Stine was one of the founders of model rocketry and one of its most accomplished and respected figures. His Handbook of Model Rocketry has long been recognized as the most authoritative and reliable resource in the field. Now fully updated and expanded by Harry`s son Bill Stine, who inherited his father`s passion for model rockets, the new Seventh Edition includes the many changes in the hobby that have occurred since the last edition was published, such as new types of rockets, motors, and electronic payloads, plus computer software and Internet resources. This new edition also includes new photos and a new chapter on high-power rocketry. G. Harry Stine, founder and one-time president of the National Association of Rocketry, started the world`s first model rocket company, whose kits are now in the Smithsonian. Bill Stine, also a model rocket expert, is the founder and president of Quest Aerospace Inc. |
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Model Rocketry $19.59 This book is in Used condition |
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Handbook of model rocketry $15.39 This book is in Used condition |
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Advanced Model Rocketry: Second Stage $5.48 Model rocket building projects are only the beginning, as the authors also cover aerial photography, launch control systems and countdown timers, and impulse recorders. Gives vital tips on safety and insurance requirements. |
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Red Cosmos: K. E. Tsiolkovskii, Grandfather of Soviet Rocketry $19.48 Long before the space race captured the world’s attention, K. E. Tsiolkovskii first conceived of multi-stage rockets that would later be adapted as the basis of both the U.S. and Soviet rocket programs. Often called the grandfather of Russian rocketry, this provincial scientist was even sanctioned by Stalin to give a speech from Red Square on May Day 1935, lauding the Soviet technological future while also dreaming and expounding on his own visions of conquering the cosmos. Later, the Khrushchev regime used him as a "poster boy" for Soviet excellence during its Cold War competition with the United States. Ironically, some revisionists have since pointed to such blatant promotion by the Communist Party in an attempt to downplay Tsiolkovskii’s scientific contributions. James T. Andrews explores the complexities of this man to show that Tsiolkovskii was much more than either a rocket inventor or a propaganda tool. He was a science popularizer, novelist, technical inventor, and visionary, whose science fiction writings included futuristic drawings of space stations long before they appeared on any engineer’s drawing board. Mining a myriad of Russian archives, Andrews produces not only a biographical account but also a study of Soviet technological propaganda, local science education, public culture in the 1920s and 1930s, and the cultural ramifications of space flight. |
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Rockets’ Red Glare: An Illustrated History of Rocketry Through the Ages, by von Braun $100 This book is in Good Used condition |
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Rockets and Satellites $21.65 Introduces rockets and satellites, describing their purposes, the history of astronautic rocketry, and the use of space probes. |
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How Does a Rocket Work? (Paperback) $9.66 Explains what the space shuttle and other rocket-powered spacecraft are, how they work, and looks at the rocketry of the future. |
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This Is Rocket Science $15.16 Looks at the history and current state of rocketry through the stories of important rocket scientists and their contributions to the field, and also speculates on the types of propulsion needed for future space travel. |
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Exploration of Space $31.81 Describes how humans have attempted to explore beyond the Earth; traces the development of telescopes, rocketry, and space flight; and profiles notable astronomers, inventors, and astronauts. |
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This Is Rocket Science (Hardcover) $13.07 Looks at the history and current state of rocketry through the stories of important rocket scientists and their contributions to the field, and also speculates on the types of propulsion needed for future space travel. |
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Rocket Dreams $13.25 A cultural legacy of post-Apollo America identifies societal beliefs and factors that contributed to a decline in enthusiasm for the space program, profiling key figures in rocketry, space travel, cyberspace, and other developments. Reprint. |
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Rocket Exhaust Plume Phenomenology $33.2 Presents an introductory treatment of plume phenomenology as it relates to the development of space-based defense systems. Covers elementary principles of rocketry, basics of rocket-propellant combustion, gas dynamics of supersonic exhaust plumes, infrare |
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Wernher Von Braun (Hardcover) $29.76 Explores the life and achievements of the rocketry pioneer who designed rockets for the Nazi war effort early in his career and later became a leading figure in the American space program. |
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Seven Wonders of Space Technology (Hardcover) $20.41 Explores the science behind seven of the most remarkable space technologies, including the Great Observatories, the International Space Station, New Horizons, Moon bases and lunar water, Mars rovers, rocketry, and weather satellites. |
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It’s God’s Will: Biography of an Irish Immigrant Girl $22.98 The period up to the Cold War of the late twentieth century was a time of great social, economic, political, and religious changes. New discoveries in medicine eliminated epidemics and increased life expectancy. Inventions such as the automobile, telephone, radio, television, airplanes and rocketry revolutionized our lives. We experienced major world wars and the disaster of a great depression. |
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Make $11.69 MAKE blasts into orbit and beyond with our Space Exploration issue. DIY satellites! Radio telescopy! Sub-orbital rocketry! Renegade NASA hackers! Bouncing signals off the moon! Of course, as usual, we’ve got a full payload of other cool DIY projects to ke |
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Scientific Explorer Meteor Rocket meteor rocket kit $19 A new concept in rocketry Baking soda and vinegar powered rocket streaks to 100 ft. high. The secret to the Meteor’s power is its ingredients that start a chemical reaction that propels the Meteor upward. A special fueling module adjusts the power to the right level for young flyers or advanced rocket scientists. Everything you need to build the Meteor is included – except for the glue. For pre-teens to adults (adult supervision required for younger children). |
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Make: Technology on Your Time Volume 24 $14.48 MAKE blasts into orbit and beyond with our Space Exploration issue. DIY satellites Radio telescopy Sub-orbital rocketry Renegade NASA hackers Bouncing signals off the moon Of course, as usual, we’ve got a full payload of other cool DIY projects to keep you busy while your computer joins in the search for signs of extraterrestrial intelligence. |
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Voyages Through Time: Escape from Earth $3.98 Exploring the universe has always been a dream of humans and, especially for the last 50 years, a constant aim of science. From the early days of rocketry to the creative minds of science fiction writers, "Escape from Earth" covers the thrilling history of humans venturing into space. Peter Ackroyd’s "Voyages Through Time" is a series of highly illustrated nonfiction books that illuminate the world’s defining eras of history-from our humble beginnings to the exploration of space. Written in a fresh, bold narrative, this series is sure to become a publishing classic. |
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Rocket Science: Rocket Science in the Second Millennium $16.48 The story of rocket science told from the perspective of one of the most important scientists in the field, this book begins with a short history of the birth of rocketry and explains the physics behind using rockets to fly in space. It includes a thorough discussion of the politics and economics of space flight, provides a detailed catalog of the uses of the reaction rocket for space travel, and examines new proposals and technologies for future endeavors in space. |
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Eight Worlds of C.M. Kornbluth $11.98 EIGHT WORLDS OF C.M. KORNBLUTH assembles 8 classic science fiction stories: "The Cosmic Expense Account," "The Adventurer," "The Altar at Midnight," "The Marching Morons," "The Little Black Bag," "Theory of Rocketry," "Make Mine Mars," and "Time Bum." Introduction and bibliography by Bud Webster. A terrific introduction to this Golden Age science fiction author. |
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Strange Angel By Pendle, George $27.77 Traces the life story of the rocket scientist whose work was dismissed after his accidental death revealed his occult beliefs, discussing his contributions to rocketry and his participation in the occult community of 1930s Los Angeles. Author: Pendle, George Subtitle: The Otherworldly Life Of Rocket Scientist John Whiteside Parsons Publication Date: 2006/02/28 Number of Pages: 350 Binding Type: Paperback Language: English Depth: 1.00 Width: 5.50 Height: 8.00 |
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Satellites By Miller, Ron $48.28 Traces the development of artificial satellites from the rise of rocketry, discussing the historical importance of Sputnik and describing what modern satellites are used for. Author: Miller, Ron Series Title: Space Innovations Publication Date: 2007/11/01 Number of Pages: 112 Binding Type: Library Grade Level: 46 Language: English Depth: 0.75 Width: 7.50 Height: 10.50 |
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Wernher Von Braun By Spangenburg, Ray/ Diane Kit Moser $56.23 Explores the life and achievements of the rocketry pioneer who designed rockets for the Nazi war effort early in his career and later became a leading figure in the American space program. Author: Spangenburg, Ray/ Diane Kit Moser Series Title: Makers of Modern Science Subtitle: Rocket Visionary Publication Date: 2008/05/01 Number of Pages: 164 Binding Type: Hardcover Grade Level: 79 Language: English Depth: 0.75 Width: 6.25 Height: 9.25 |
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Hubbard Scientific 603 Elementry Scienceentary Physical Science Activities Book $46.12 Elementary Physical Science Activities This activity book with 16 handson projects will give students an understanding of such things as: polymers fractals pendulums and rocketry just to name a few. Detailed lesson plans that utilize everyday materials will make this a valuable tool in any elementary classroom. American Educational Products have a lead ship time of 21 days. |
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Make: Technology on Your Time (Paperback) $9.41 MAKE blasts into orbit and beyond with our Space Exploration issue. DIY satellites! Radio telescopy! Sub-orbital rocketry! Renegade NASA hackers! Bouncing signals off the moon! Of course, as usual, we`ve got a full payload of other cool DIY projects to keep you busy while your computer joins in the search for signs of extraterrestrial intelligence. |
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A Vertical Empire (Hardcover) $80.96 A Vertical Empire provides a description of the British rocketry and space programme from the 1950s to 1970s, detailing the Medium Range Ballistic Missile Blue Streak and its conversion to a satellite launcher as part of the European Launcher Development Organisation (ELDO). This extensively revised second edition includes material only made available in the past ten years and the text is supplemented by numerous photographs, sketches and statistics. The all-British satellite Black Arrow is described, as well as the research rocket Black Knight, the Blue Steel missile and the rocket powered interceptor aircraft. |
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A Vertical Empire (Paperback) $41.4 A Vertical Empire provides a description of the British rocketry and space programme from the 1950s to 1970s, detailing the Medium Range Ballistic Missile Blue Streak and its conversion to a satellite launcher as part of the European Launcher Development Organisation (ELDO). This extensively revised second edition includes material only made available in the past ten years and the text is supplemented by numerous photographs, sketches and statistics. The all-British satellite Black Arrow is described, as well as the research rocket Black Knight, the Blue Steel missile and the rocket powered interceptor aircraft. |
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Connections: Season 1 DVD Set $99.99 Follow James Burke as he turns science into a detective story. Join him as he tracks through 12,000 years of history for the clues that lead us to eight life changing inventions – the atom bomb, telecommunications, the computer, the production line, jet aircraft, plastics, rocketry and television.Expanding across 19 countries and 150 locations, learn how such changes have occurred as a result of “triggers”, and see how these changes have their own triggering effect on both related and unrelated fields. Follow James Burke as he turns science into a detective story. Join him as he tracks through 12,000 years of history for the clues that lead us to eight life changing inventions. |
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Rocket Man: Robert H. Goddard and the Birth of the Space Age $4.48 More famous in his day than Einstein or Edison, the troubled, solitary genius Robert H. Goddard (1882-1945) was the American father of rocketry and space flight, launching the world’s first liquid-fuel rockets and the first powered vehicles to break the sound barrier. Supported by Charles Lindbergh and Harry Guggenheim, through fiery, often explosive, experiments at Roswell, New Mexico, he invented the methods that carried men to the moon. Today, no rocket or jet plane can fly without using his inventions. Yet he is the "forgotten man" of the space age. His own government ignored his rocketry–until the Germans demonstrated its principles in the V-2 missiles of World War II. The American government usurped his 214 patents, while suppressing his contributions in the name of national security, until it was forced to pay one million dollars for patent infringement. Goddard became famous again, monuments and medals raining upon his memory. But his renewed fame soon faded, and Goddard’s pivotal role in launching the Space Age has been largely forgotten. |
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Submarine Technology for the 21st Century $29.98 Today’s combat submarine holds a crew of less than 200 men, equal to a company of infantry. Yet these few submariners can command a sea or destroy a civilization. Never has so much combat power been wielded by so few warriors. This concentration of power is made possible by innovative use of technologies, including rocketry, acoustics, hydrodynamics, nuclear power, advanced chemistry, unique materials and a host of others. Unlike other 20th century military innovations – the tank, the airplane and nuclear explosives – the submarine remains shrouded in secrecy, a truly "silent service." This book surveys the state of submarine technology worldwide, and examines research advances that will shape the second century of submarines. |
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Preludes to U.S. Space-Launch Vehicle Technology: Goddards Rockets to Minuteman III $33.98 For nearly fifty years, a wide range of missiles and rockets has propelled U.S. satellites and spacecraft into the sky. J. D. Hunley’s two-volume work traces the evolution of this technology, from Robert Goddard’s research in the 1920s through the development of the Titan missiles and launch vehicles in the 1960s to the refinement of the space shuttle in the 1980s. With the first book devoted primarily to military hardware and the second to launch vehicle hardware, Hunley offers a sweeping overview of these impressive engineering innovations as well as insights into the dynamic personalities responsible for them. Together, the two volumes offer a unique, invaluable history of rocketry that should appeal to a wide range of scholars and space buffs. |
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U.S. Space Launch-Vehicle Technology: Viking to Space Shuttle $33.98 For nearly fifty years, a wide range of missiles and rockets has propelled U.S. satellites and spacecraft into the sky. J. D. Hunley’s two-volume work traces the evolution of this technology, from Robert Goddard’s research in the 1920s through the development of the Titan missiles and launch vehicles in the 1960s to the refinement of the space shuttle in the 1980s. With the first book devoted primarily to military hardware and the second to launch vehicle hardware, Hunley offers a sweeping overview of these impressive engineering innovations as well as insights into the dynamic personalities responsible for them. Together, the two volumes offer a unique, invaluable history of rocketry that should appeal to a wide range of scholars and space buffs. |
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The Nazi Rocketeers: Dreams of Space and Crimes of War $16.98 Wernher von Braun is known to many as the brilliant pioneer of rocketry who left Germany after World War II to lead the United States’ space program. Until now, few have realized the bloody legacy he left behind in the ruins of the Third Reich. The Nazi Rocketeers tells the story of how von Braun and his fellow rocket scientists postponed their initial dreams of space travel to create weapons of terror and mass destruction. Not only were they ambitious members of the Nazi movement, but they also, Piskiewicz argues, collaborated with the SS in exploiting slave labor to build the V-2 rocket. |
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Fullmetal Alchemist: The Movie – Conqueror of Shamballa – Collector`s Edition (DVD) $13.33 Set two years after the final episode of the FULLMETAL ALCHEMIST TV series, this film picks up with Edward Elric`s attempts to rediscover the alchemical powers that once he had, enabling him to return to his world. Stuck in the parallel realm of Earth, Elric has lost the powers that brought him here, but has taken up the study of rocketry in the hopes of regaining them. He is aided by Alphonse, a young man who bears a striking resemblance to the brother Elric left behind, and who now toils to find a way to join Elric. |
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Fullmetal Alchemist: The Movie – Conqueror of Shamballa (DVD) $11.03 Set two years after the final episode of the FULLMETAL ALCHEMIST TV series, this film picks up with Edward Elric`s attempts to rediscover the alchemical powers that once he had, enabling him to return to his world. Stuck in the parallel realm of Earth, Elric has lost the powers that brought him here, but has taken up the study of rocketry in the hopes of regaining them. He is aided by Alphonse, a young man who bears a striking resemblance to the brother Elric left behind, and who now toils to find a way to join Elric. |
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Rockets and Missiles: The Life Story of a Technology $12.48 Beginning with World War II, missiles transformed the art of war. For the first time, cities of warring nations were vulnerable to sudden, unannounced, long-distance destruction. At the same time, rockets made possible one of the great triumphs of the modern age–the exploration of space. Rockets and Missiles traces the history of the technology that led to both the great fear of global warfare, and the great excitement of the Space Age. Beginning with the origins of rocketry in medieval and early modern Asia, the volume focuses on rocketry in late-20th-century Western Europe, Russia, and the United States, and also covers the spread of rocket technology in East Asia, the Middle East, and elsewhere. Rockets and Missiles covers everything any student or interested layperson would need to understand the history of rocketry: The introduction reviews basic principles of physics and basic elements of chemical rocket technology. Chapters trace the history of rockets from their origins to the present day, with a particular emphasis on the years since World War II. All three principal uses of rocket technology are covered in detail: missiles as long-range strategic weapons and short-range tactical weapons, and rockets as launch vehicles for sending payloads into space The book concludes with a survey of several types of non-chemical rockets now under development for use in outer space. While Rockets and Missiles covers the development of the technology, including how rockets improved in performance, reliability, and versatility. The book also stresses the impact of rocket technology–both military and civilian–on everyday life. |
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Wernher Von Braun: Rocket Visionary $41.98 Wemher von Braun, Revised Edition examines the life and career of the famed rocket scientist who supervised the development of the powerful rockets used by Apollo astronauts to reach the moon. Controversy surrounds von Braun’s work in Germany during World War II, and this revised edition examines the complex issues brought to light by the availability of formerly top-secret documents. A new chapter explores the significance of his wartime career as a V-2 rocket builder–and of his membership in the Nazi Party and commission to the SS (secret service). Containing new sidebars and expanded coverage of individuals such as rocket pioneer Hermann Oberth and science writer Willy Ley, the American Rocket Society, and von Braun’s views on civil rights, this updated book also features a new chronology; recent publications on von Braun, rocketry, and the U.S. space program; and helpful Web sites on related topics. |
