Centre of pressure

Rocket aerodynamics is the study of how air flows over a rocket and how this affects drag and stability.

In this activity, students view a slide show presentation introducing some rockets, their purposes and distances travelled in space.

Rocket aerodynamics is the study of how air flows over a rocket and how this affects drag and stability.

How does the acceleration of a model rocket compare to the Space Shuttle? By using the resultant force and mass, ...