Aerospace Engineering + Physics
Make a model wind tunnel and test shapes
Build a small wind tunnel from a fan and straws and compare the drag of different shapes.
- Intermediate
- 1–2 weeks
- 500–1,000
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Aerodynamics, gliders, stability and orbital mechanics, studied with models, wind tunnels and simulations.
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Aerospace Engineering · Flight Mechanics
Design and fly a balsa glider
Build a glider and tune wing position and nose weight for the longest straight glide.
- Easy
- 2–7 days
- 250–500
Aerospace Engineering + Astronomy and Space
Simulate a satellite orbit
Integrate Newton's law of gravity to draw circular, elliptical and escape orbits.
- Intermediate
- 1–2 weeks
- Free
Aerospace Engineering + Physics
Measure the thrust of a water rocket
Build a static test stand and measure thrust against time for different water fills.
- Intermediate
- 1–2 weeks
- 250–500
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