OT ballistics question for Mr. Raab

[Aim to maim]

Originally posted by Rocky Raab

(I could go on and on with "gee whiz" stuff like that.)

Ask away, my friend! It feels like I'm still doing the launch commentary, even though that was 20+ years ago. Time flies even faster than the shuttle, it seems.

Thanks very much for the informative reply. It's reassuring to know that Newton's Laws still apply. Nasty stuff, hypergolic fuel. As I recall the German ME-163 Komet pioneered the technology. Makes both pre and post flight handling a real adventure for all involved.

As for going on and on......our generation came of age with the space program. I fear it was probably the high water mark of the American race. Go on and on any time you feel the urge. It's a fine reminder of halcyon times, even for those of us who weren't directly associated with the program.