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- From: scottb@col.hp.com (Scott Brunton)
- Subject: Space Derby Help Wanted
- Sender: news@col.hp.com (Usenet News)
- Message-ID: <1992Nov16.174045.7481@col.hp.com>
- Date: Mon, 16 Nov 1992 17:40:45 GMT
- Organization: HP Colorado Springs Division
- Lines: 31
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- Our pack has traditionally held a Pinewood Derby each spring and
- is looking to try a Space Derby. I contacted our local DE to see if
- he knew of any other packs that may have experience in running one. He
- was not aware of anyone.
-
- I would appreciate help and direction in any of the following
- areas (and others if you think it important):
-
- * how to construct the track
- - I had been told that the runs can be as long
- as 50-75 feet ... apparently, these spacecrafts
- really fly!
-
- * how to start them off
- - I recall reading that a starting block can be made
- out of wood that would lock the propellors until all
- spacecrafts are ready to be released
-
- * material to use a runners
- - I had been told that monofilament fishing line works well
-
- * how to determine winner (is electronic necessary?)
- - again, I had been told that close finishes over a long
- run are not likely; however, placement may be important
- for subsequent rounds
-
- * your choice of advice
- - I'm open to ideas!
-
-
- Thanks, Scott Brunton (scottb@col.hp.com)
-