Overview
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Explore an exclusive tour and in-depth interview showcasing Stoke Space's innovative fully reusable rocket technology. Discover the company's unique approach to rocket design, including their ingenious use of the aerospike effect for a reusable upper stage. Gain insights into the actively regeneratively cooled heat shield, offset geometry for precise reentry and landing, and the integration of the engine into the heat shield. Witness behind-the-scenes footage of the company's headquarters, test facility, and never-before-seen rocket. Learn about the thrust section, upper stage design, expander cycle, use of stainless steel, steering mechanisms, and engine control techniques. Experience an actual engine test and subsequent analysis. Delve into discussions on aerospike technology, rocket engine ignition, thrust differential control, and the main booster engine design in this comprehensive 56-minute video from Everyday Astronaut.
Syllabus
- Intro
- Overview of Rocket
- Tour Starts / Thrust Section
- Upper Stage
- How the Heat Shield Works / Expander Cycle
- Why Stainless Steel
- Heat Shield
- How to Steer on Re-Entry
- Machine Shop
- Test Stand / Engine Tour
- Engine Test!
- Post Test Engine Tour
- Aerospike Discussion
- How to Start a Rocket Engine
- How to Control Using Thrust Differential
- Main [Booster] Engine Design
- Outro
Taught by
Everyday Astronaut