METER
Project Name and Goal
The project name METER is an acronym for Mid-sized Experimental Technology Evaluation Rocket and thus describes the goal of building a medium-sized rocket to develop and test new technologies on this platform.
The overall system has a modular structure to ensure easy integration of new developments.
Specification
METER-class rockets have a length of between 1.0m and 1.5m and a diameter of ~80mm. The target flight altitude is 400 meters and the sound barrier should not be broken.
Launchrail
All METER rockets are similarly dimensioned, which allows them to make use of the same launchrail.
For guidance and an early stabilization of the rocket resulting in a successful launch, a launch rail is necessary. As for the rocket itself, the development is focused on simplicity of design; for that reason, a proven concept from TU Wien is used and adapted to our specific needs.
The stage truss structure results in a stable yet flexible design that can be set up and dismantled with little effort. Safety against tipping sideways is increased by bracing.
An ITEM construction profile is used as a guide rail in which the rocket glides; it is attached to the stage truss structure. The length of 3 m allows a sufficient speed of the rocket at the launch rail’s tip and also provides some reserve for larger and heavier rockets.
METER Class Rockets
