Inspiration
The resonant cavity ignition project proposes to design, additively manufacture, and implement a passive in situ ignition system for rocket engines. This innovation will provide value through its ability to enable the creation of more versatile engines that are reusable and durable.
What it does
It utilizes existing propellants to create a small jet of superheated combustion products which, combined with the bulk flow in the combustion chamber, stimulates full-scale combustion.
How I built it
This ignition method requires no moving parts, additional propellants, or unreliable spark apparati. It is manufactured via a metal printing process known as Direct Metal Laser Sintering (DMLS).
What's next for Resonant Cavity Ignition Rocket Part
Year 1 – $75,000 Prototype injector plates will be printed and tested with selected liquid or gas fuel.
Year 2 – $150,000 RCI Design will be implemented on a test engine and collaboratively tested with a current customer.
Year 3 – $200,000 Further research and successful implementation will result in the introduction of the RCI into ARC’s product line.
Built With
- additive-manufacturing
- ansys
- solidworks
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