This was the first hybrid rocket motor successfully fired at Brigham Young University. In 8 months, we designed, manufactured and successfully tested this motor using both off the shelf and completely custom components. 

As team lead, I managed the schedule and scope of the project while overseeing the progress of the work. I also personally worked on the design of the combustion chamber front and back ends, including the injector housing.

The test stand was designed to safely static fire the hybrid motor and accurately measure its thrust curve. Employing an integrated oxidizer storage and plumbing system controlled by a custom control system, the test stand was able to remotely fill and fire the static motor and collect measurements to characterize motor performance. Motor temperature and pressure at various locations and valve actuation was controlled from a LabView control system that could be safely operated from a safe distance.