LCROSS Quest Project

Sling-Shot Lunar Impact Launch Device

By André Dean Emily

Our Device• Our Launch Device is essentially a mounted sling-shot that fires a

ball directly at the target. It uses a strong rubber band positioned in a shaft placed directly over the target pan. The ball will be made of steel, so that it will create a strong impact. The shaft can be adjusted easily and quickly to fire at different impact angles; 70°, 45,° 15°. The launch shaft is supported by a moveable hinged board that can be placed in Notched areas on the base in order to change the angle of impact. The structure will be made primarily of wood, and some strong steel wire as the front support over the pan.

Concept Diagram

Shaft Design