Rocket Launch and Orbit Simulator
I (17y/o) have been developing a rocket launch simulation that allows the user to explore what it's like launching a rocket from earth and putting it into orbit. This idea originally started as an educational simulation but as i've gone more down the rabbit hole the more i've wanted to make it realistic. The problem is that I've never had a formal orbital mechanics class or anything like that so I don't know what I'm missing, what I currently have implemented is: Variable gravity Variable Atmospheric drag (US Standard Atmosphere 1976) Multi-stage rockets Closed-loop guidance /…
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Rocket Launch and Orbit Simulator is an educational tool that lets users experience launching rockets from Earth and achieving orbital insertion. Built by a 17-year-old developer, it features variable gravity, atmospheric drag based on US Standard Atmosphere 1976 data, multi-stage rocket support, closed-loop guidance systems, and orbital prediction capabilities. The simulation aims for realistic physics while remaining accessible for learning about spaceflight mechanics.
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I (17y/o) have been developing a rocket launch simulation that allows the user to explore what it's like launching a rocket from earth and putting it into orbit. This idea originally started as an educational simulation but as i've gone more down the rabbit hole the more i've wanted to make it realistic. The problem is that I've never had a formal orbital mechanics class or anything like that so I don't know what I'm missing, what I currently have implemented is: Variable gravity Variable Atmospheric drag (US Standard Atmosphere 1976) Multi-stage rockets Closed-loop guidance / pitch programs (works well within ranges 350km to 600km) Orbital prediction and thrusting options to change your orbit. The feedback I'm looking for is: UI improvements and possible future physics implementations that I can work on. Current code and physics can be found at: https://github.com/donutTheJedi/Rocket-Launch-Simulation
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