Five-Minute DIY Bottle Rocket Launcher: Craft a DIY bottle rocket launcher in just five minutes, launching homemade rockets into the sky.
"Five-Minute DIY Bottle Rocket Launcher
Materials You'll Need
Plastic bottle (2-liter soda bottle works well)
Bicycle pump with needle attachment
Cork
Duct tape
Water
Optional: Rocket fins (cardboard or plastic)
Step-by-Step Tutorial:
1. Prepare Bottle: Remove the cap from the plastic bottle and attach a cork to the opening securely with duct tape.
2. Fill with Water: Fill the bottle about one-third full with water.
3. Attach Pump: Insert the needle attachment of the bicycle pump into the cork, ensuring it forms a tight seal.
4. Pump Air: Use the bicycle pump to pump air into the bottle, building pressure inside.
5. Launch: When ready, quickly pull the pump needle out of the cork to release the compressed air, launching the bottle rocket into the air.
6. Experiment: Test different amounts of water and air pressure to see how they affect the height and distance of the bottle rocket.
4. Pump Air: Use the bicycle pump to pump air into the bottle, building pressure inside."
Ousman Babiker 8 w
This project is both practical and stylish. A winning combination!