The College of Physical Sciences and Mathematics at the UA de C calls for the State Water-Powered Rocket Competition


Next October 20, 2023, at 9:00 a.m., at the baseball field of the Camporedondo Unit of the Autonomous University of Coahuila (UA de C), in Saltillo, the Faculty of Physical and Mathematical Sciences of this educational complex will hold the 4th State Water-Powered Rocket Competition.

In this regard, Elsa Edith Rivera Rosales, member of the organizing committee of this competition, reported that the invitation to participate is open to students from Coahuila at the primary, secondary and high school levels, who will be able to compete with their prototype individually or in teams of up to two members.

In each Academy category there will be a maximum of 20 registered teams or participants, who will be able to register for free. http://forms.office.com/r/5LACQP0Sk5This is until October 16th.

The academic also explained that the contestants must bring the necessary materials and mechanism to be able to propel their rocket using water, and the basic materials are a 2-liter plastic bottle, a shuttle or base, an air pump, and electrical extensions in case. Required water for launch and spare parts for repairs.

First place in the primary, secondary and tertiary levels will be awarded with gifts from sponsors. For more information, you can call 844 414 8869, 844 414 4739 or send an email to [email protected]

“First place will be awarded at each educational level, so the children must be motivated to prepare well for that day, which is why they will be called from 8:00 am to start at 9:00. Participants and teams will only have the possibility of firing one shot (to activate their missile), so they can conduct their own tests from now on. Herald of Saltillo.

“The rocket that approaches the vine that will be 50 meters from the take-off line, and the rocket that is closest will be the winner. Registration will be available until October 16,” Rivera Rosales added. (Omar Soto)

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