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Model Rocket Nails Vertical Landing After Three-Year Effort

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A high school student, Aryan Kapoor, achieved a SpaceX-style vertical landing with a model rocket after three years of development. The rocket employs thrust-vector control and a custom flight computer for navigation.

  • Student started in 2021
  • Used solid-propellant motors
  • 3D printed gimbal mount
  • Controls via barometric altimeter
  • First successful test flight