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Two months...
Just received the news today that I have two months to create a high velocity specificationless racing vehicle that can fit on the scouts' pinewood derby track. Hoping I can keep it under about $30. If you know anything of chemistry, physics, engineering, carpentry, intimidation, or have connections with someone that works at Thiakol I would like your input.
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Talk to Jared, he rocks and Chemisty and Physics. His number is 645-4572. He said it's ok for you to call.
Oh, and he's great a intimidation. ;)
Nate, I won the pinewood derby 10-15 years ago. Also the 1st counselor in my bishopric works at thiokol and half the ward works at the space dynamics lab...Let me know what you need.
nate, i've been waiting for this moment since your last post about modified pinewood derby cars. a very simple way to make a car go faster is to add a type of rocket fuel. i found one that is very simple to make because it only requires a few ingredients one of which is sugar. there are videos on youtube showing how to make it (just search for sugar rocket fuel). the fuel hardens and is moldable so it can be shaped into little tootsie roll shapes and placed in the back of the car. you won't need much because of the short track size and once ignited it will provide a good amount of thrust.
until i figure out how to construct a flux capacitor, that is my best idea.
one rule is no flames, it could burn the wooden track.
well that really limits things.
maybe you could have a little water tank, add pop rocks, harness the pressure that builds up (magnesium and hydrochloric acid would do the same; or simple baking powder and vinegar) and use it to power a little motor. this accomplishes two things, one - added thrust
two - it provides a delicious treat
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