Designing the recovery system is a challenge for any build. For the Saturn IB there are structural challenges, and concerns about maintaining the scale look of the final rocket. Don’t forget to like and subscribe!
Category: Saturn IB
Saturn IB Part 7 – Command Module
In this episode I look at the 3D design and printing of the Command Module. This is by far my most complex 3D model to date.
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Saturn IB Part 6 – 3D Printing
Much of the Saturn IB project relied on 3D printing, both for parts and tools. In this video I introduce 3D printing so that you can decide if it’s right for you.
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Saturn IB Part 5 – Fins
In this video we discuss the fins. The unique shape of the Saturn IB fins required some special construction techniques, using 3D printed sanding guides, Through The Wall (TTW) fins, composite construction, and more!
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Saturn IB Part 4 Centering Rings
For a normal rocket built from a kit, or even built from scratch, centering rings are a very basic and simple thing. Nothing about this build is basic or simple!
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Saturn IB Part 3 Body Tubes
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The first in the series where pieces are actually built, this video examines the many body tubes required to create the Saturn IB. For many of these tubes, no suitable commercially produced tubes are available so I create my own using fiberglass and carbon fiber. If you want to see more videos like this, don’t forget to like and subscribe!
Saturn IB Part 2 Planning
The second video in the series is posted: https://youtu.be/cw5XKHbXmag
In the last episode, I introduced you to the real Saturn IB. The focus of this one is the planning and many design decisions that had to be made before building can begin. If you want to see more videos like this, don’t forget to like and subscribe!
Saturn IB Part 1 Introduction
The first video in the series is posted: https://youtu.be/-mtdxP-PKkc
In this video, I introduce the Saturn IB rocket and explain a little about how I came to start building it. The rocket already flies, but it is still very much a work in progress.
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