The design and development of the Self Propulsive Auto Landing Ma chine (SPALM) model rocket was with a focus on achieving controlled flight and landing capabilities.
The project utilizes advanced technologies such as 3D printing, flight simulation, propellant analysis, Thrust Vector Control (TVC) systems, and programming.
The rocket design incorporates various components, and the use of 3D printing technology is highlighted as a key factor in the construction process.
Flight simulation is employed to analyze the rocket’s performance, providing valuable insights into its position, force, and velocity profiles.
The introduction of ARCHER, an integral part of the project, showcases its architecture, design process, and potential applications.
Propellant analysis was done to explore the principles and characteristics of the propellant, with a focus on solid propellants and their operating principles and motor classes.
The design and analysis of the TVC system, specifically Delta TVC R2, demonstrate the importance of precise control mechanisms in achieving desired flight characteristics. The integration, testing, and calibration processes ensure the effectiveness of the TVC system.
The coding aspect of the project involves the development of test code and functional code, with a detailed explanation of the structure, organization, tools used, and test execution results.
The project demonstrates the potential to achieve controlled flight and landing capabilities, high lighting advancements in rocketry and inspiring further research and innovation in autonomous rocket systems.