[RocketsNW] Parachute protection options

[Dave Randall]

I've had good success with the blue "sparkly" ironing board covers -
sparkly side out.  I've put them right against the BP charge with no
ill effects to the chute.  I have not had good success with a
patterned, thinner version ironing board cover.  It has deflected some
BP charges, but had one rocket return with an obvious burn mark across
much of the cover.

I would wholeheartedly recommend the blue sparkly ironing board
covers, and at < $10 per large cover, you have plenty for many
rockets.  The material is pretty lightweight too.

One last reminder from experience, put the BP charge around behind the
chute, not between the electronics bay and the chute.  Idea being that
you want the BP to separate the rocket AND push the chute out from the
separation point.  (Thanks Brad!)

Dave
NAR 84939 L3