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Expert Profile: Todd Panico

Expertise:  I can answer questions about designing, building, testing and flying single stage model rockets using 1/4 to D size engines.

Experience in the area
I have been flying model rockets for about 25 years. I have been designing rockets for about 15 years.

Publications
I have written articles that have appeared in the local newspapers Weekend/Hobby section.

Education/Credentials
I have been taught basic aerodynamics by The US Air Force.

Awards and Honors
I have been awarded many Certificates of Appreciation from the Boy Scouts and local schools for giving demonstrations and guiding scouts to earn their rocketry badge.

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Prestige Points: 712
Knowledge   9.80   Best of the best
Clarity of Response   9.85   Best of the best
Timeliness   9.90   Best of the best
Politeness   10.0   Best of the best
Number Of Questions
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0
Max Questions to be Asked
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5
Total Questions
(since joining AllExperts)
134
Recent Reviews from Users
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User Comments
thanks for prompt response. We have constructed up to a 4 stage utilizing 2, D engines and 2, C engines, with good success. We go to a large, dry lake
(Paul on 08/06/07)
a very expert in his field............ i give 100 points to his politeness
(sarang on 08/05/07)
Awsome thanks a bunch!
(Chris on 03/13/07)
Thank you. Wonderful service!
(Trey on 10/26/06)
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Recent Answers from Todd Panico
2008-03-09  Model Rocket Advice Hi Steve - Thanks for the link. If some people want to spend their time bashing others, so be it. If they feel they know more than those on here giving advice they should sign up to be a volunteer....
2007-11-22  weather cock Yes, people have, but not with the smaller rockets(A-D). It's all about weight. Even 2 micro servos, with the control circuitry and a battery. It's usually to much for a smaller rocket. The E engines might...
2007-10-17  rocket fins This is out of my expertise. But, from what I know about tube launched rockets (military types) either the nose of the rocket is the same diameter as the tube (as in mortars). Or the fins are retractable...
2007-09-06  Multi Station Launch Pad Hello Mike, I'm sorry I can't find plans online. The launch pads should be easy to build. If you are wanting 10 stations, build a very long saw horse (12'-16'). Then install the 10 launch rods which...
2007-09-04  How to make a simple rocket for a Physics experiment If you have never built a model rocket from a kit, building a rocket from scratch is not a simple task. There is alot that goes into a stable and safe rocket design. Center of balance, center of pressure...
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