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Design a multi-stage rocket, budget its delta-v stage by stage using the Tsiolkovsky rocket equation, and then actually launch it in a simulated vertical ascent complete with gravity, thrust, and a simplified atmosphere. Watch staging events happen live as each stage burns out and drops away, with altitude and velocity tracked continuously through the transition. A good way to see why staging matters — and why an underpowered rocket simply won't get off the pad.
Rocket Equation is an interactive learning tool on VTC. Design a multi-stage rocket, budget its delta-v stage by stage using the Tsiolkovsky rocket equation, and then actually launch it in a simulated vertical ascent complete with gravity, thrust, and a simplified atmosphere. Watch staging events happen live as each stage burns out and drops away, with altitude and velocity tracked continuously through the transition. A good way to see why staging matters — and why an underpowered rocket simply won't get off the pad. It runs in your web browser and is free to use, and suits students, teachers and self-learners.
Who it's for: Students, teachers and self-learners
Rocket Equation is an interactive learning tool on VTC. Design a multi-stage rocket, budget its delta-v stage by stage using the Tsiolkovsky rocket equation, and then actually launch it in a simulated vertical ascent complete with gravity, thrust, and a simplified atmosphere. Watch staging events happen live as each stage burns out and drops away, with altitude and velocity tracked continuously through the transition.
Yes. The VTC app catalog lists Rocket Equation at no cost, and it runs in your web browser with nothing to install.
It is aimed at students, teachers and self-learners. To start, open https://rocketequation.apps.vtc.com in your browser.