Launch and Recovery of a Hybrid Rocket Intended for Reuse

The objective of the project was to develop a hybrid rocket with a recovery system that would facilitate reuse. The rocket was successfully developed, launched and recovered. A two-stage parachute deployment system was developed and utilized, incorporating a non-pyro separation and a low-shock device. Notably, the non-pyro separation device plays a pivotal role in enabling the successful separation of a hybrid rocket, thereby ensuring its operation is free from explosive hazards. The launch took place on 14 December 2024, and all equipment was successfully recovered, except for the nose cones, the antenna-deployable GPS beacon and the motor case. The Ti-6Al-4V oxidizer tank, an important part that can be reused, was recovered with damage only to the outlet fitting. The tank was successfully repaired and passed a pressure test. This marks the first step in creating a reusable hybrid rocket.