model rocket launch controller/pad

this is my homemade launch controller/ launch pad that i made.
please comment and rate high!
this is my first video.

Category:

Science & Technology

Tags:

• model
• rocket
• launch
• pad
• controller
• DIY

[pyrodiver101]

What exactly does your additional box do?

[monboy10]

@pyrodiver101 it provides extra power to the iginter for launch. so as soon as i press the button the rocket launches. i hated having to wait 3 to 15 sec. for the rocket to launch. if there are little kids around the delay also makes it dangerous because they run up to it

[journeyquest1]

I understand. I was a kid once. Keep it up and you will do well. I like to use a disconnect between my motor clips and switch. That way i can hook up my motor before putting the rocket on the launchpad. Saves me from crawling on my belly trying to hook up the clips. I like the toggle switch with flip cover instead of pushbottons. Learn to think outside the box.

[monboy10]

thank you i will keep that in mind

[journeyquest1]

Just remember that when you design something, the more parts you use and the more complicated the system, the more chance of something malfunctioning. I try and design things as simple and efficient as possible. A 12v alarm battery, switch and leads. All connections union tied, soldered and heat shrinked. Radio shack has some cool parts for cheap.

[monboy10]

yeah i could be better but i made it for free and it looks butter than the last one that i made but it will do for now

[drakeconstant]

Furrys :D

[monboy10]

i will tell you at cadets

[drakeconstant]

Can i ask you a question what does "Ground" Because i have no idea what "Grounds means

[monboy10]

hi drake. yeah i knew that you could not have the same thing because this is the only one that i have seen and i build it from scratch