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Rose
Propulsion
Laboratory

A sub-organization of Rose Rocketry that focuses on student-led research towards liquid- and ion-based propulsion technologies. Starting off with only three people in 2020, this organization has grown to nearly 25 actively contributing members!

Liquid Bi-Propellant Rocket Engine

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The project being proposed is to develop a liquid, bi-propellant rocket engine and an accompanying test stand. The purpose of this project is to act as a test bed for the Rose Propulsion Laboratory and Rose Rocketry Team’s effort in the Spaceport America Cup competition.

Image by Brian McGowan

Ion Thruster

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The goal of this project is to create a micronewton ion thruster. Shown here is plasma being created in a plasma chamber with Argon gas.

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