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PVC Paper Rocket Launcher

Make a rocket launcher out of PVC and compressed air.


Back in the 1950s, Homer Hickam (author of Rocket Boys) and his band of rocketeers experimented with making rockets out of metal pipes, machine tooled nozzles, aerodymanic fins and, of course, a little gun powder. As parents and teachers, we love this kind of passion for learning, but we also need a safer alternative... like this air-powered launcher made out of PVC. The paper rocket is super easy to make and flies well over 300 feet (if you're a good designer).

Learn how to make the PVC Rocket Launcher

Read this... Kids are blogging about paper rockets

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