Aftershock II: The Rocket Made By University Students That Reached 143,300 Meters Altitude and Impressive 5,800 km/h

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Published on 25/11/2024 at 12:35

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USC Rocket Propulsion Lab Project Reached Impressive Altitude of 143,300 Meters and Speed Mach 5.5 with Student-Made Rocket.

The Aftershock II, a rocket made by students from the USC Viterbi School of Engineering, achieved a historic feat by breaking world records for altitude and speed for non-commercial or governmental projects. The launch took place in the Black Rock Desert in Nevada, marking an unforgettable moment in the history of student engineering.

What Makes the Aftershock II So Special?

Developed by a group from the Rocket Propulsion Lab, the student-made rocket reached an incredible altitude of 143,300 meters above the Earth’s surface and achieved a speed of 5,800 km/h (or Mach 5.5). At 4 meters tall and 150 kg, it surpassed the previous record, held by a Chinese project since 2004.

Aftershock II: the student-made rocket that reached 143,300 meters altitude and impressive 5,800 km/h — Record-Breaking Rocket

More than just impressive numbers, the Aftershock II was designed almost entirely by students, with minimal guidance from professors. This includes everything from the solid fuel system to the electronic module, called HAMSTER (High Altitude Module for Sensing, Telemetry, and Electronic Recovery), which monitored the flight in real-time.

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Cutting-Edge Technology in a “Home-Made” Rocket

The Aftershock II is an example of how innovation can emerge from university projects. Among its differentiators are the titanium fins, which ensured stability at high speeds, and a heat-resistant paint that protected the rocket during the intense heat generated during ascent.

Additionally, the smart design allowed for the successful recovery of the last stage, thanks to the integrated parachute. Now, the data obtained will be analyzed so that the team can, in the future, surpass their own records.

More Than a Record, an Inspiration

The Aftershock II represents the pinnacle of creativity and determination of young engineers. For the group of students at USC, the student-made rocket is not just a record holder, but a milestone of how ambitious ideas and hard work can open new horizons in astronomy and space exploration.

The team already has plans to improve the project and return to the Black Rock Desert for a new test. If their dedication so far is any indication, the next record will also be theirs.

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Aftershock II: The Rocket Made By University Students That Reached 143,300 Meters Altitude and Impressive 5,800 km/h

USC Rocket Propulsion Lab Project Reached Impressive Altitude of 143,300 Meters and Speed Mach 5.5 with Student-Made Rocket.

What Makes the Aftershock II So Special?

Cutting-Edge Technology in a “Home-Made” Rocket

More Than a Record, an Inspiration

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Aftershock II: The Rocket Made By University Students That Reached 143,300 Meters Altitude and Impressive 5,800 km/h

USC Rocket Propulsion Lab Project Reached Impressive Altitude of 143,300 Meters and Speed Mach 5.5 with Student-Made Rocket.

What Makes the Aftershock II So Special?

Cutting-Edge Technology in a “Home-Made” Rocket

More Than a Record, an Inspiration

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Australia prepares to dredge 96.5 million m³ in Moreton Bay to deepen, widen, and realign channels of the Port of Brisbane, in a project of up to 25 years designed to accommodate larger ships and enhance maritime safety and regional port efficiency.

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