Wednesday, November 30, 2011

Constructing Our Rocket's Fins

Steps:

1) First, we decided on the fin’s shape. We did a little research, looking up different images of rockets to inspire us. Our first thought was to do a simple fin, like a triangle but with a slight hook on the end, but then we decided that it had to look “cooler”.  While applying this to our fin, we kept in mind that the three fins should be professional-looking and efficient.

2) Then, we cut out the fins from a piece of a manila folder, measuring accurately so that all three fins were the exact size.

3) Finally, we attached the fins to our rocket, folding out tabs so that it will be firmly glued on the body tube.  We made sure to glue the fins to the body symmetrically.

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