Rocket Project
Holden and I worked on this project. We tested the question: How much does pressure affect height? The hypotheses was that If pressure affects height measurably then as I change pressure the height will change noticeable amounts because hypothesis is correct. We then had to write a procedure for how we were going to test our Rocket. We decided then with each test, we would raise the PSI level by 10,10, and then 30, first starting at 60 PSI, then going to 100 PSI. We ran into issues with our rocket while testing, with our fins breaking off every other time we launched it due our lack of a parachute,however we were able to add excessive glue to the fins, and this took care of our problem. This project was challenging yet fun once we figured out the mechanics of everything. I chose this variable because it is a common variable that affects all rockets, not just some. The way I chose this variable was just by thinking about what would be fun to test.
Procedure:
Constants
Water amount
Fin location
Height of
rocket
I collected the data by launching my rocket 3 times. The second launch I hypothesize went sideways making it go lower, this was not caused by more air pressure although it could have caused it to curve.
Procedure:
- First I filled the rocket with water to the tape area.
- Quickly set on launcher as not to lose very much water.
- Filled to desirable pressure and quickly launched.
Constants
Water amount
Fin location
Height of
rocket
I collected the data by launching my rocket 3 times. The second launch I hypothesize went sideways making it go lower, this was not caused by more air pressure although it could have caused it to curve.