Ready to Launch
This seriously fun experiment uses air and water to power a slick black bottle rocket more than 30 metres into the atmosphere. Within two minutes, the Liquifly rocket is ready to launch – all you need is a windless day, an adult, a bike pump (included in this deluxe pack), 1-3 litres of water and a fun-loving and inquisitive attitude. Liquifly works on the same principles as other rockets, with the energy from pressurised water and air.
How Does it Work?
LiquiFly works on the same principle as other water rockets, with the energy coming from water and air. The action of pumping air into the bottle filled with water creates high pressure which forces the water through the restricted opening at high velocity. This creates the thrust needed to launch the bottle high into the air. A fun way to learn about rockets and Newton's third law of motion "every action has an equal and opposite reaction".
Teach
- Rocketry
- Jet propulsion
- Thrust, acceleration and gravity
Ages: 9+
