Make: High-Power Rockets (Full Colour Edition) Construction and Certification for Thousands of Feet and Beyond

Make: High-Power Rockets (Full Colour Edition): Construction and Certification for Thousands of Feet and Beyond

Explore model rocketry, aerospace principles, and high-altitude rocket flight.

Written by Mike Westerfield, Make: High-Power Rockets is a practical guide for science enthusiasts, hobbyists, and aspiring aerospace engineers interested in model rocketry. It introduces mid- and high-power rocketry, covering rocket design, construction, flight simulation, launch preparation, and certification.

This full-colour edition explores the journey from beginner-level projects toward more advanced rocketry, helping readers understand the engineering principles, planning, and safety practices involved in launching model rockets.

Key Features & Benefits

• Understand the fundamentals of mid- and high-power model rocketry.

• Explore rocket design, construction, and flight simulation.

• Learn about launch preparation and certification requirements.

• Discover aerospace concepts through practical projects.

• Develop engineering, problem-solving, and technical skills.

Who Should Read This Book?

• Model rocketry enthusiasts

• Aerospace and engineering students

• Science and STEM hobbyists

• DIY makers and experimenters

• Readers interested in rocket design and flight technology

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is this book about?
It introduces model rocketry, including rocket construction, flight simulation, launch preparation, and certification.

2. Is it suitable for beginners?
It introduces the fundamentals before progressing to more advanced rocketry concepts.

3. Does it cover rocket design and simulation?
Yes. It explores design considerations and flight simulation as part of the rocket development process.

4. Who is the author?
Mike Westerfield is an author and software developer with a background in physics and technical computing.

5. Is this a full-colour edition?
Yes. This edition is listed as a full-colour edition by the Indian publisher.

Product Specifications

• Title: Make: High-Power Rockets

• Subtitle: Construction and Certification for Thousands of Feet and Beyond

• Author: Mike Westerfield

• Publisher: Shroff / Make Community, LLC

• ISBN-13: 9789368083023

• Edition: First Edition

• Language: English

• Format: Paperback

• Publication Year: 2026

• Pages: 300

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