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Handbook of Model Rocketry (Paperback)

by G. Harry Stine (Author), Bill Stine (Author) "Model rocketry has been called miniature astronautics, a technology in miniature, a hobby, a sport, a technological recreation, and an educational tool-and it is all..." (more)
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  • Paperback: 384 pages
  • Publisher: John Wiley & Sons; 7th Edition edition (25 May 2004)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0471472425
  • ISBN-13: 978-0471472421
  • Product Dimensions: 22.9 x 15.5 x 2.8 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
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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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The classic guide by the "father of model rocketry"–revised and updated for the twenty–first century

This new edition of the "bible of modern rocketry" shows you how to safely build, launch, track, and recover model rockets–just as the experts do it! Whether you’re a beginner or a veteran model rocketeer, the Handbook of Model Rocketry explains everything you need to know to get your rocket off the ground–from rocket construction and ignition systems to launching techniques, aerodynamics, altitude determinations, and recovery devices. G. Harry Stine’s son, Bill Stine, covers all the latest changes to the hobby since the last edition was published. This authoritative guide, the official manual of the National Association of Rocketry, provides the expertise you need to launch your rocket skyward.

  • Features new types of rockets, motors, and electronic payloads, as well as computer software and Internet resources
  • Includes the latest regulations and a new chapter on high–power rocketry
  • Explains building and flying large rocket models, and using radio– controlled boost gliders and rocket gliders
  • Lists the latest resources as well as information about joining model rocket clubs and entering contests!
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5.0 out of 5 stars A definite read for anyone starting out in model rocketry, 3 Nov 2005
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I'm a beginner in model rocketry. In fact, I haven't even had a flight yet. My rockets are sitting at home waiting for some good weather. I've spent some time talking to people on forums, and reading the information on various rocketry sites, so I'm aware of the basics.
This book arrived yesterday and seems to fill in all the blanks, as well as explaining the basics I already knew very well. The author is careful to allow for possible changes in the future, and also impresses upon the reader the importance of safety without overdoing it and asounding like a nagging old-timer.

All relevant areas of the hobby are covered, from using the Ready To Fly kits to making a rocket from scratch, all types of rocket motor, recovery systems etc.

I've already learnt a lot from this book and I'm only halfway through. I would definitely recommend to this to anyone starting out in model rocketry, and probably to more experienced people as well.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Very Comprehensive Guide, 13 Jun 2001
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I was very pleased with this book; as a beginner it covers all the areas needed to construct and fly your own rocket, with lots of additional information for those who want to learn further.
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5.0 out of 5 stars An Awesome Book on Rockets, A must read for all Rocketeers., 14 Aug 1999
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This Book Covers the History of Rockets to How to Build your own rocket and back. It is written in a super format and contains around 349 pages of knowladge of rockets and its cousins (Rocket Gliders.) Any body who knows nothing about rockets will be an expert by the end of the book and it is very helpful for even experts.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Totally great!
The Handbook provides you with just about everything you would need or want to know about building and flying model rockets. Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars " The modroc "Bible" - G. Harry Sets the Stage!"
The late G. Harry Stine's 6th edition of his "handbook"-1993 is a MUST read; includes how to get started in model rocketry, safety, construction, flight, recovery &... Read more
Published on 6 Mar 1998

5.0 out of 5 stars An excellent book for the begining model rocketeer.
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