Aerospike Demonstration

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A Functional Aerospike Nozzle Demonstration Model. This adaptable model consists of two units: a Nozzle and a Compressor. Users can connect a computer fan or similar device to the compressor, which then pushes air through the nozzle. By using fog or mist, one can visualize the airflow through the nozzle. The demonstration model serves as an educational tool for teaching students about flow dynamics in Aerospike Nozzles, while also sparking interest in Rocketry and Aerospace. Watch it in action: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SN0FEfHgDzM&feature=youtu.be How it is used: https://www.appropedia.org/Aerospike_Educational_Aid Useful Links: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aerospike_engine http://www.aerorocket.com/MOC/MOC.html https://pdfs.semanticscholar.org/31fe/25e8f04db788b18fb42b2f033bfb4e0f8a8b.pdf The design is defined by parametric functions, which include the shape of the nozzle and compressor. These normalized functions range from 0 to 1. The following adjustments can be made in the OpenSCAD scripts: Nozzle Height/Shape Compressor Size/Shape Fan Interface Size