This past weekend, S.W.A.R.M. held its 3rd annual competitive meet, The Harvest Classic 2016. Although only S.W.A.R.M. members attended, there was some good, friendly competition in a variety of events. Between launches on Saturday, a meeting was held and some great ideas were discussed. In addition to what we already do (Harvest Classic, Saucer S.W.A.R.M., S.T.A.G.E.R., The Buzz!, etc.) plans are in the works for even more exciting rocketry activities!
The Astronautical Society of Toronto and S.W.A.R.M. are discussing having a competition between the two NAR sections. One weekend would see several events at their Guelph launch site with another weekend of events at the S.W.A.R.M. site in Chatham. Perhaps a special trophy could be awarded to the section with the most points altogether.
S.W.A.R.M. members also agreed that a virtual rocket contest sounds like a good idea. Members would be tasked with designing a rocket using software like OpenRocket or RockSim that meet certain design criteria. Those rockets would then "fly" in specific virtual events, similar to a regular meet. Points could be awarded for aesthetics, creativity, and performance.
The Astronautical Society of Toronto and S.W.A.R.M. are discussing having a competition between the two NAR sections. One weekend would see several events at their Guelph launch site with another weekend of events at the S.W.A.R.M. site in Chatham. Perhaps a special trophy could be awarded to the section with the most points altogether.
S.W.A.R.M. members also agreed that a virtual rocket contest sounds like a good idea. Members would be tasked with designing a rocket using software like OpenRocket or RockSim that meet certain design criteria. Those rockets would then "fly" in specific virtual events, similar to a regular meet. Points could be awarded for aesthetics, creativity, and performance.