Model Rocket Components, Equipment & Software Help
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Apogee Components - a preferred site & one of most comprehensive
sites for parts and equipment.
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Spherachutes - just what the name implies: parachutes
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Knight Manufacturing - launch pads and accessories
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Giant Leap Rocketry - another general resource for kits and accessories
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Rocketarium - lots of kits and parts
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Estes Rockets - well known supplier of just about everything
for model rocket
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RockSim video tutorials from Apogee
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RockSim library of parts by manufacturer
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OpenRocket design software - does not require a license like RockSim
Organizations and Websites
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National Association of Rocketry - the oldest and largest spacemodeling organization in the world with over 5900 members and 165 affiliated clubs across the U.S.
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Aerospace Industries Association - a major TARC sponsor, it is the premier trade association representing major aerospace and defense manufacturers and suppliers in the United States.
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NASA - doesn't need an explanation does it?
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NASA interactive rocket simulation software - a VERY basic version of RockSim or OpenRocket.
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Prairie State Rocketry Club - local club affiliated with the National Association of Rocketry and home of our very own Gary Kawabata.
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Space.com - not so much a rocket site, more of an astronomy site but has some some cool stuff!
Links and Resources
