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1.		2008 Estes School/Club Order Form Use this form when you order directly from Estes. To order send this form via FAX (800)820-0203), MAIL (Estes Industies, 1295 H St., Penrose, CO 81240) or PHONE (800)820-0202,Ext.329. All prices on this form are 'Educator's Discounted Prices'. Prices in the PRODUCTS section of this site are 'Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Prices'. (2 pages)
2.		2008 Estes Educator Catalog Contains information on Estes Educator bulk packs of model rockets and model rocket engines. Printing Hint: Catalog looks best if printed on 11" X 14" paper. (4 pages)...EST 84001
3.		Guide for Teachers & Youth Group Leaders Introduces you to Estes' rocket technology, safety and launch day operation techniques. Plus, background on Estes Industries and the complete services offered in our educational program. (20 pages)... EST 2814
4.		Igniters and Their Use Exactly what is an igniter? This article explains what it is, how it works and the correct way to install one to successfully launch a model rocket. (4 pages)
5.		Model Rocketry Technical Manual Handy guide for construction and flight of model rockets. Good tips on "scratch building", launch systems, tracking, staging, boost-gliders and more. (16 pages)...EST 2819
6.		Elementary Mathematics of Model Rocket Flight Information on how to make and use your own altitude tracker and how to calculate speeds and accelerations reached by model rockets. Technical Note TN-5. (8 pages)...EST 2844
7.		Newton's Laws of Motion and Model Rocketry Newton's Laws of Motion are explained in terms which most students eleven years of age or older can understand. Simple examples, experiments and a review are included for each law of motion. (16 pages)...EST 2821
8.		Reproduction Masters for Model Rocketry Set of reproducible masters that may be used to make overhead transparencies and handout sheets. Set includes: Model Rocket Flight Profile, Parts of a Model Rocket, Model Rocket Safety Code, Model Rocket Engine Functions, Model Rocket Engine Codes, Model Rocket Engine Time/Thrust Curve (B6-4 engine) and Igniter Installation Procedure. (8 pages)...EST 2826
9.		Model Rocket Launch Systems Guide Contains a wealth of information. Photographs and clearly drawn schematics make it easily understood. The electrical theory of launch systems is explained and a number of special study problems are included. (18 pages)... EST 2811
10.		Model Rocket Contest Guide Use to plan model rocket contests for school classes or clubs. Contains details on types of competitive events and suggestions on all facets of contests from organization of the planning committee to championship awards. Includes sample score sheets. (16 pages)... EST 2815
11.		Air Force Association's "Educator Grant" This $250 grant is for aerospace education activities. Apply for this "Educator Grant" to help purchase Estes model rockets for your students. This PDF is all the forms you will need to apply for this grant. Applications are accepted between August 1st and November 15th. (4 pages)
12.		Projects in Model Rocketry Suggestions on how to plan, prepare and present research projects. Ideas for about one hundred projects. Projects range from simple exhibits to true research work. An excellent reference for Science Fair projects. Great ideas for clubs. (14 pages)... EST 2831
13.		Guide for Aerospace Clubs The perfect source book for organizing and operating a successful model rocket club. A comprehensive guide, idea source and reference for club organization and activities. A must for active clubs. (33 pages)... EST 2817
14.		The Classic Collection "Classic" Estes Technical Reports and Technical Notes that include rocket stability, multi-staging, altitude tracking, rear and front engine boost gliders, building a wind tunnel, cluster techniques, model rocket engine information, payload launching and recovery techniques. (46 pages)...EST 2845
15.		Model Rocketry Study Guide This book presents a logical program for anyone who wants the most from model rocketry. There is a planned sequence of activities through three skill levels that guides a student on his/her path to becoming an expert model rocketeer. A glossary and self-review are provided for each section. Technical Report TR-8. (45 pages)...EST 2841
16.		Camp Leader's Model Rocketry Manual Expanded guide for introducing model rocketry successfully into camp programs. This publication has been well accepted by camp leaders. The author is an experienced camp leader and professional educator. (18 pages)... EST 2822
17.		Model Rocket Engine Performance (TN-2) This classic technical note has all kinds of information on model rocket engine performance. It includes propellant characteristics, propellant grain design, the nozzle and how to calculate chamber pressures of Estes model rocket engines. (4 pages)
18.		Altitude Prediction Charts - Part One Explains a relatively simple method by which aerodynamic drag and other atmospheric effects can be taken into account in predicting rocket peak altitudes. Includes suggestions for research projects. Technical Report TR-10. Part One. (12 pages)...EST 2842
19.		Altitude Prediction Charts - Part Two Technical Report TR-10. Part Two. (5 pages)...EST 2842
20.		Altitude Prediction Charts - Part Three Technical Report TR-10. Part Three. (6 pages)...EST 2842
21.		Altitude Prediction Charts - Part Four Technical Report TR-10. Part Four. (23 pages)...EST 2842
22.		Altitude Prediction Charts - Addendum Correct pages 20 and 21 for TR-10. (2 pages)...EST 2842
23.		Technical Report on Boost Gliders Explains the principles of flight that apply to model rocket powered gliders. Also included are practical aspects of designing, building and flying boost gliders. Technical Report (second edition) TR-4. (16 pages)...EST 2830
24.		Certificate of Achievement Model Rocketry Award - PARTICIPATED Certificate. (1 page)..EST 2836
25.		Certificate of Achievement Model Rocketry Award - WON Certificate. (1 page)...EST 2837
26.		Certificate of Achievement Model Rocketry Award - OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT Certificate. (1 page)...EST 2838
27.		Individual Event Score Sheet A practical form to use for recording results in any model rocket contest event. Places are provided for each entrant's name and flight results. (1 page)...EST 2825
28.		Flight Data Sheet Keep track of model rocket flights. Includes Countdown Checklist, Preflight, Launch, Weather and Flight Data Information. (1 page)...EST 2824
29.		Rocket Designer's Plan Sheet Plan sheet includes a parts list, notes section and grid for rocket designing. (1 page)
30.		Model Rocket Flight Profile Poster Poster includes all stages of a model rocket's flight. All posters print on an 81/2" x 11" page. Use a copy machine to enlarge. (1 page)...EST 9024
31.		Parts of a Model Rocket Poster Poster that shows all the parts of a model rocket. (1 page)...EST 9024
32.		Model Rocket Engines Poster Poster contains an inside view of a model rocket engine, an explanation of what the letter and numbers on the engine represent and a Time-Thrust Curve for an Estes B6-4 engine. (1 page)...EST 9024
33.		Forces on Flying Objects Poster Poster shows lift, gravity, drag and thrust. (1 page)...EST 9023
34.		Glide, Stall and Dive Poster Flight patterns of glide, stall and dive are shown. (1 page)...EST 9023
35.		Center of Gravity and Center of Pressure Poster Poster has a model rocket showing where the Center of Gravity and Center of Pressure are located. (1 page)...EST 9023
36.		Teacher's Guide for "In Search of Space" Software This teacher's guide shows how to incorporate the "In Search of Space: Introduction to Model Rocketry" software into your model rocketry unit. It includes objectives, daily schedules, the Model Rocket Safety Code and a Model Rocket Safety Code Review. (14 pages)... EST 9024
37.		Teacher's Guide for "Physics of Model Rocketry" Software This guide explains how to use the "Physics of Model Rocketry" software with your model rocketry studies. Objectives, daily schedules, suggestions and program summaries are included. (8 pages)... EST 9022
38.		Teacher's Guide for "Flight: Aerodynamics of Model Rockets" Software This software guide shows how to integrate the "Flight: Aerodynamics of Model Rockets" software into a model rocketry program. Objectives, daily schedules, suggestions and program summaries are included. (6 pages)...EST 9023
39.		2004 Estes Model Rocket Engine Reference Chart This chart shows the current Estes rockets and the recommended engines to use for each one. (1 page)
40.		2004 Estes Model Rocket Accessory Chart Lost the nose cone for your rocket? This chart will show you the correct nose cone for your rocket plus other parts like the recovery device, engine hook, body tube, engine mount and launch lug. (1 page)
41.		Estes Engine Chart Poster Do you need information on Estes engines? This chart includes total impulse, maximum lift weight, maximum thrust, thrust duration, initial weight and propellant weight for each Estes engine. (1 page)
42.		Estes Time/Thrust Curves Poster These time/thrust curves show the relation between thrust produced by a model rocket engine and time. This page contains time/thrust curves for Estes model rocket engines from 1/4A's to E9's. (1 page)
43.		Estes Model Rocket Engines Info Sheet Poster This info sheet contains information on how model rocket engines work, what engine sizes are available, what the different color engines mean and what the letter-number-number code on engines represents. (1 page)
44.		2006 Estes Model Rocket Engine Reference Chart This chart includes the 2006 Estes rockets and the engines we recommend to use to launch each rocket. (1 page)
45.		2006 Estes Model Rocket Accessory Chart This chart helps you find the correct launch lug, nose cone, engine mount, recovery device, engine hook or body tube for your rocket. (1 page)