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"Rocket" Rick Carlson

Rick Carlson is a self-taught rocketry enthusiast who has built and flown hundreds of model rockets, from simple kits to complex scratch-builds. His articles focus on DIY construction techniques, motor selection for different flight profiles, and cost-effective ways to enjoy the hobby.

14 Articles
Articles by "Rocket" Rick Carlson
Beyond the Kármán Line: The Technical Evolution of Amateur Hybrid Propulsion Systems Certifications & Regulations All rights reserved to therocketsscience.com

Beyond the Kármán Line: The Technical Evolution of Amateur Hybrid Propulsion Systems

"Rocket" Rick Carlson - Mar 10, 2026
Beyond the Horizon: The Evolution of Advanced Avionics and Telemetry in Amateur High-Power Rocketry Certifications & Regulations All rights reserved to therocketsscience.com

Beyond the Horizon: The Evolution of Advanced Avionics and Telemetry in Amateur High-Power Rocketry

"Rocket" Rick Carlson - Mar 8, 2026
Pushing the Envelope: The Quest for Supersonic Flight in Amateur High-Powered Rocketry Launch Operations & Safety All rights reserved to therocketsscience.com

Pushing the Envelope: The Quest for Supersonic Flight in Amateur High-Powered Rocketry

"Rocket" Rick Carlson - Mar 2, 2026
Precision Descent: The Evolution of Advanced Recovery Systems and Safety Standards in High-Powered Rocketry Launch Operations & Safety All rights reserved to therocketsscience.com

Precision Descent: The Evolution of Advanced Recovery Systems and Safety Standards in High-Powered Rocketry

"Rocket" Rick Carlson - Feb 24, 2026
Forging the Future: How 3D Printing and Advanced Composites are Redefining Amateur Rocketry Construction & Assembly All rights reserved to therocketsscience.com

Forging the Future: How 3D Printing and Advanced Composites are Redefining Amateur Rocketry

"Rocket" Rick Carlson - Feb 23, 2026
The Gateway to Greatness: Understanding Certifications and Safety in High-Powered Rocketry Aerodynamics & Stability All rights reserved to therocketsscience.com

The Gateway to Greatness: Understanding Certifications and Safety in High-Powered Rocketry

"Rocket" Rick Carlson - Feb 20, 2026
Navigating the Skies: A Comprehensive Guide to High-Power Rocketry Certifications and Regulations Aerodynamics & Stability All rights reserved to therocketsscience.com

Navigating the Skies: A Comprehensive Guide to High-Power Rocketry Certifications and Regulations

"Rocket" Rick Carlson - Feb 17, 2026
Mastering Dual-Deployment and Advanced Recovery Systems: A New Era of Safety and Sophistication Aerodynamics & Stability All rights reserved to therocketsscience.com

Mastering Dual-Deployment and Advanced Recovery Systems: A New Era of Safety and Sophistication

"Rocket" Rick Carlson - Feb 16, 2026
The Revolution of 3D Printing and Advanced Materials in High-Powered Rocketry Recovery Systems All rights reserved to therocketsscience.com

The Revolution of 3D Printing and Advanced Materials in High-Powered Rocketry

"Rocket" Rick Carlson - Feb 16, 2026
Beyond Visual Flight: The Rise of Advanced Electronics and Telemetry in High-Power Rocketry Certifications & Regulations All rights reserved to therocketsscience.com

Beyond Visual Flight: The Rise of Advanced Electronics and Telemetry in High-Power Rocketry

"Rocket" Rick Carlson - Feb 8, 2026
Unleashing the Sky: The Science of High-Powered Rocket Design and Aerodynamics Rocket Design All rights reserved to therocketsscience.com

Unleashing the Sky: The Science of High-Powered Rocket Design and Aerodynamics

"Rocket" Rick Carlson - Feb 7, 2026
Mastering the Skies: High-Powered Rocketry Certification, Aerodynamics, and Flight Stability Launch Operations & Safety All rights reserved to therocketsscience.com

Mastering the Skies: High-Powered Rocketry Certification, Aerodynamics, and Flight Stability

"Rocket" Rick Carlson - Feb 2, 2026
Mastering the Ascent: Aerodynamics, Propulsion, and Cutting-Edge Materials in High-Powered Rocketry Motors & Propulsion All rights reserved to therocketsscience.com

Mastering the Ascent: Aerodynamics, Propulsion, and Cutting-Edge Materials in High-Powered Rocketry

"Rocket" Rick Carlson - Jan 29, 2026
Navigating New Federal Regulations: What High-Power Rocketry Enthusiasts Need to Know for Safe Operations Launch Operations & Safety All rights reserved to therocketsscience.com

Navigating New Federal Regulations: What High-Power Rocketry Enthusiasts Need to Know for Safe Operations

"Rocket" Rick Carlson - Oct 31, 2025
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