$96 3D-printed rocket that recalculates its mid-air trajectory using a $5 sensor

MANPADS Rocket & Launcher Prototype 30 Second Overview Full System Overview (5 minutes) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DDO2EvXyncE&t=54s Full Development Media and Documentation https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/17zpks6_R59H0iXJaGkTrtp1SzIFFAQtY?usp=sharing The Google Drive archive contains additional development media and documentation including: mechanical design and assembly system electronics and firmware testing launch tests and rocket motor development system flow diagram rocket specifications bill of materials and cost breakdown Project Overview This project is a proof-of-concept prototype of a low-cost rocket launcher and guided rocket system built using consumer electronics and 3D-printed components. The rocket uses folding fins and canard stabilization…

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