| [Not displaying correctly? View web version.] | Peak of Flight Newsletter #489: | | 
A common question we get is how to install a rail button on a rocket. The answer is that there are probably dozens of ways, but I suppose the underlying question you have here is, what is the simplest and quickest way? In a perfect world, you have to think about the rail buttons like you do about the fins of the rocket. By that I mean you have to plan ahead and think about them before you do the actual construction of the rocket. If you are considering the fins, what comes to mind is how to make them super strong so they don’t pop off easily. Applying this philosophy to rail buttons, ideally you would like to design and install them so that they are also super strong and don’t pop off easily. Makes sense, doesn’t it? Read more about this topic by downloading this week's newsletter. | | Read the rest of this week's article, either on a downloadable PDF for printing out, or on our website (great for viewing on your phone)! Previous issues of our newsletter are found at our archive page. |
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| Check out the latest products to hit Apogee's shelves! | | |  The Peregrine is a high-power capable dual-deployment rocket. The purpose of dual deployment is to bring the rocket down faster, so it doesn't drift as far. This is a big rocket, with a length of 68.8 inches and a diameter of 4.0 inches, so it will impress you with its size. It weighs over 5 lbs, so it is not a rocket that will fly so high that you won't see it the whole time it is in the air. It is a slow moving rocket that makes it a great platform for experimentation, like learning how to set up dual-deployment electronics.
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| | |  The Apogee printed nylon parachutes are a favorite among rocketeers. Now we've expanded the line with three new sizes. There is a 12 inch version that works great in smaller diameter rockets like a BT-50 size tube, and for a pilot chute to pull a main chute out of a deployment bag. We also have two LARGE sizes for high power rockets. We've added a 48 inch and a 58 inch for those rockets that need a delicate landing. They all feature thin-mil ripstop nylon fabric that feels like silk, and a colorful printed pattern that makes them easier to see in the sky and on the ground.
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| | |  Yagi antennas increase the sensitivity of your radio receivers by amplifying the signal coming in. We now have two different yagi antennas that effectively double the range that you can track your rockets. One is for the 915Mhz frequency Simple GPS Tracker from Apogee, and the other is for the 433Mhz frequency used by the Altus Metrum transmitters.
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| | |  If you're looking for a more robust launch controller for your school group or young club, the Estes Pro Series II Launch Controller may be what you're looking for. It is bigger than the traditional starter set launch controller, and it uses batteries with larger electrical capacity so you can launch hundreds of rockets in succession without having to worry about having enough power to set off the igniters.
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| | |  The 3-inch diameter LOC Magnum Rocket with three 29mm motor mounts is made for people that love clustered flights! Its high power flights use low-cost, low-power motors. Altitudes from 1000 to 5,000 feet are possible. This kit includes an optional baffle system, nylon shock cord with loops sewn in, a 36″ parachute and all necessary assembly hardware!
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 Communication Coordinator - Do you know rockets? We mean, really know them well? And do you know how to connect with people and get them excited about rocketry? This marketing position requires a person that can come up with a lot of strategies and ideas on how to grow a business. Technical writing ability is essential and required as well, as you'd have to produce innovative weekly newsletters and videos for our great customers. Located in the beautiful city of Colorado Springs, Colorado, Apogee Components is a fast-paced and innovative rocketry company that is a leader in rocket information and education. We're growing because we strive to have the products customers want, and ship them the same day. You'll enjoy being part of a small but close-knit and friendly team that pushes each other to be their best. If you think this could be you and you want to get into the rocketry industry, contact Tim through our contact form on our website. For additional information, see: https://www.apogeerockets.com/Company/Job_opportunities | |
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 I need help with generating the bi-weekly newsletter articles since it takes a lot of effort to put them together. And I'm willing to pay big bucks for your help. So ask yourself, are you looking to earn some extra money? I'm now actively seeking writers for articles to appear in this newsletter. And I want unique and cutting-edge articles because that is what you want to read, right? I realize this, so to get articles from outside writers that have the same level of quality, I'm going to have to pay a lot of cash to make it worth it for them. So I've come up with a compensation package where I'll pay up to $350 for good how-to articles. Are you a writer, and does that interest you? That is a lot of cash! Far more than you'll get by writing for other magazines. And with over 23,000 worldwide subscribers, if you write for the Peak-of-Flight Newsletter, you'll gain a lot of notoriety. Writing for the Peak-of-Flight Newsletter is a great way to show off your rocketry projects and your technical expertise, at the same time as helping out other rocketeers. Imagine how great you'll feel knowing that you made a difference to the hobby. If you're interested in writing, see the guidelines on our site. | |
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Here is what we do on our Facebook page:
Monday: This Week in Rocketry Tuesday is Rocketry Share - sharing fun and informative space posts from other sites. Wednesday is "Newsletter Day" - We'll announce our newsletter for those who haven't subscribed (unlike you), and we'd love to hear your feedback on the video or newsletter. Join the conversation and share your rocketry knowledge. Thursday is "Humor Day" - We're scouring the web for little cartoons or jokes related to rocketry or the space program. Rocketry is fun and entertaining! Friday is "Feature Friday" - This is the one day where we pick a product and tell a little bit more about it. It may be when we started selling it, or some other little-known fact about the product. Saturday is "Launch Day" - We're out to launch... and we'd love to see a great photo of an Apogee product from one of your personal launches! |
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