How to build a transparent hybrid rocket engine using acrylic rod and a canister of oxygen, with a breakdown of how various other types of rocket engines work along the way. Consider supporting my ...

Model rockets, in contrast, generally use solid rocket engines that mix the oxidizer and fuel into a single package, and they are ignited with heat.

Kevin Shoemaker Model rocketry isn't the cheapest hobby in the world, but it's a lot of fun. As a kid, I built my first rocket from this Estes Space Shuttle kit.

Model rocket enthusiasts are learning how to do vertical landings Two hobbyists show how they can pull off SpaceX’s trick at a smaller scale with custom hardware and a few years of effort.