Launch accelerometer for model rocket

Patent · Tue Nov 22 04:00:00 EST 2022

OSTI ID:1986834

Boyson, Jonathan M.

Systems and methods of detecting launch of a model rocket are described herein. A mechanically implemented launch accelerometer may be disposed on a model rocket. The launch accelerometer may detect acceleration of the rocket by a mass of the launch accelerometer moving relative to the rocket and against a spring force based on the rocket acceleration. The mass may comprise a first electrical contact that may contact a second electrical contact when the mass is accelerated beyond a threshold, which is indicative of launch of the rocket. The contact between the first electrical contact and the second electrical contact may complete an electrical circuit. Furthermore, at least one pin may lock the mass in a position allowing the electrical circuit to remain complete.

• Research Organization: Kansas City Plant (KCP), Kansas City, MO (United States)
• Sponsoring Organization: USDOE National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA)
• DOE Contract Number: NA0002839
• Assignee: Honeywell Federal Manufacturing & Technologies, LLC (Kansas City, MO)
• Patent Number(s): 11,504,640
• Application Number: 17/380,389
• OSTI ID: 1986834
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English