Backyard Rockets: Learn to Make and Launch Rockets, Missiles, Cannons, and Other Projectiles
Originating from Instructables, a popular project-based community made up of all sorts of characters with wacky hobbies and a desire to pass on their wisdom to others, Backyard Rockets is made up of projects from a medley of authors who have collected and shared a treasure trove of rocket-launching plans and the knowledge to make their projects soar!
Backyard Rockets gives step-by-step instructions, with pictures to guide the way, on how to launch your very own project into the sky. All of these authors have labored over their endeavors to pass their knowledge on and make it easier for others to attempt. Discover how to create the following projects:
- Teeny, Tiny Rocket Engine
- Ultimate Straw Rocket
- Rocket Eggstronaut
- Pocket Rocket Launcher
- Iron Man Model Rocket
- Model Rocket with Camera
- Rocket-Powered Matchbox Cars – Extreme
And much more!
The Instructables community has provided a compendium of rocket savvy from innovators who have paved the way for other curious minds. In addition to rockets, fireworks, and launchers in Backyard Rockets, you will discover the sense of accomplishment after watching your rocket soar into the sky!
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