Updated 6/6/24
If you’ve browsed the pages of our catalogs, you might’ve noticed an exciting change to one of our most popular products – the Straw Rocket Launcher.
Assembling the Launcher
The upgrades to this iconic launcher make it easier for students to see the mechanics of this equipment, and even make it easier to ship. Previously, the Straw Rocket Launcher came fully assembled, and the base still comes ready to go. The rest is ready for you and your students to put together – the angle plate, piston assembly, and launch tube assembly.
Many times, “some assembly required” means groans and the beginning of a migraine, but trust me, this one is easy! The angle plate comes predrilled and slotted and includes the few screws and nuts needed to attach it to the base. The spring, piston assembly, and launch tube assembly easily slide onto and attach to the tube support mount. Not only will you have this put together in no time, but it’s a great lesson for your students.
Extra Hands-on
In fact, you could take extra time while you’re assembling the launcher to explain the various parts and what they do. What is the spring for? What does the piston assembly do? How does all this add up to pneumatic force? You can find more interesting facts on rockets by checking out Rocket aerodynamics.
The clear tube enables students to see the parts at work, making for some of the best hands-on learning you can imagine. And, of course, the adjustable trajectory angle and launch force both aid in problem-solving. With all this STEM learning going on, it’s easy to see why the Straw Rocket Launcher has remained one of our most popular items for K-12 teachers.
And don’t forget the straw rockets themselves! Check out all our straw rocket products and activities. And for more fun browse our catalogs.
MORE RESOURCES:
- Rad Rockets Activities
- Straw Rockets Success Story
- Straw Rockets STEM Connections
- Straw Rocket Launcher video – see it in action!
