Rocket Engine Impulse

Rocket Engine Impulse  

Dramatically capture and visualize impulse data from a rocket engine ‘launch’. This is certain to capture your students’ attention. Simple place an Estes™ or other model rocket engine into the Rocket Engine Test Bracket, which is attached to a Force Sensor. Ignite the engine and immediately see the force data graphed over time. The area under the curve is the impulse delivered.

Safety Note: Please follow all safety procedures for igniting the rocket engine, and of course eye protection should be required. Please refer to product manuals for more information.

 

Here’s what you need:

Xplorer GLX graphing datalogger (PS-2002)

Provides convenient and powerful data collection and analysis—even without a computer. Includes 2 temperature sensors, voltage sensor, built-in speaker and sound sensor. A great value for physics labs—and ideal for portable data collection requirements.

 

Force Sensor (PS-2104)

This force sensor is designed for use in a wide variety of applications. Easy to grip by hand (built in finger grips), or to attach to rod, cart of a variety of PASCO equipment. Use the hook or rubber bumper, both of which are included.

 

Rocket Engine Test Bracket (ME-6617)

This convenient bracket attaches directly to the Force Sensor and firmly holds the model rocket engine in place through its firing cycle.

To stabilize the setup, we suggest our heavy base and rod stand.

 

Large Rod Base (ME-8735)

This 4 kg cast-iron A-base provides stability for this rocket engine demo and you’ll find it valuable in many physics applications throughout the year.

 

45 cm Rod (ME-8736)

Stainless steel rod to support the force sensor and rocket engine test bracket. The force sensor is designed to attach easily to the rod.

 

Other materials required

• Model rocket engines
• Remote ignition system (6V)

• Xplorer GLX graphing datalogger (PS-2002)
• Force Sensor (PS-2104)
• Rocket Engine Test Bracket (ME-6617)
• Large Rod Base (ME-8735)
• 45 cm Rod (ME-8736)