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  1. Took the kids out launching model rockets today. Was a great time. Bunch of friendly people out doing their hobby. #estes #NAR #spaceflight

  2. I just got in the custom front panel for the model rocket launch controller that I designed from INUX3D who did the UV printing and CNC routing of the panel. I have the components installed and will finish up the wiring this week. This was a fun project to design with my son and then build.

    #ModelRockets #estes

  3. I am getting very close to finishing up this model rocket launch control front panel. I need to do a few double checks and cleanups before I send it out, but otherwise, I am very happy with the layout and looking forward to getting it back and assembled.

    #ModelRocket #Estes

  4. We had a setback with our model rocket launch controller as we had a bad momentary switch. Once it was debugged (great teaching moment with the little one) we purchased a new switch and were greeted with all LEDs working and bright glowing, nichrome wire.

    #ModelRocket #Rocket #Estes

  5. Moving from concept to reality. The model rocket launch controller is making progress. I was able to lay out and drill/file all the holes into the front panel. I will use this to do functionality checks before sending off to
    @Inux3D to get a CNC/UV printed front panel.

    #ModelRocket #Rocket #Estes

  6. A Promising Start for the Doritos Space Program - Rocketry is tricky stuff, but as long as you’re not trying to get into space, the ... - hackaday.com/2021/09/25/a-prom #modelrocketry #pringlescan #toyhacks #inkscape #estes