Low Earth Orbit (LEO) Rocket

The "Quick" Guide to Escaping Earth’s Gravity and Impressing Aliens.

Welcome, ambitious rocketeer! Here’s what you’ll need to build a rocket that reaches Low Earth Orbit (LEO):

Blueprints
- Start with a sketch on a napkin—NASA did it, probably.
- Important bits: tall tube, pointy nose, fiery bottom.
Materials
- Aluminum alloy: Durable and shiny for those Instagram-worthy launch shots.
- Heat-resistant tiles: Because re-entry burns hotter than your mixtape.
- Duct tape: The universal solution to existential crises.
Engine
- Liquid fuel: Think kerosene and liquid oxygen, shaken, not stirred.
- Staging: More parts to fall off = more impressive explosions.
Command Module
- Seats for astronauts (or brave volunteers). Comfort optional.
- Control panel: Lots of buttons and a cupholder. Essentials only.

Build the Body
- Roll your aluminum sheet into a tube. Welding is optional but recommended (less risk of explosive decompression).
Install the Engine
- Bolt your liquid-fuel engine to the bottom. Tighten until you can’t tighten anymore, then tighten twice more for good measure.
Add Fins
- Stick fins on the lower end for stability. Use "eyeballing" as your measurement method.
Attach Command Module
- Slap it on top. Duct tape any gaps.
Paint It
- Add a racing stripe or your initials. Science meets style!

Built a Launchpad
- Forget your backyard, 10 kilometers from an inhabited area is a must.
Fuel It Up
- Carefully pour rocket fuel into the tank. Avoid open flames or "Oops" moments.
Countdown
- "10, 9, 8..." (Feel free to ad-lib.)
Ignition
- Hit the big red button. If nothing happens, try turning it off and on again.
Enjoy LEO