And that's a wrap! Thanks for reading this thread, and stay tuned for more build updates (and hopefully a launch!)

The clamp is initially held in place by a supporting bar, which is knocked out of the way by a servo motor and pulled into the retracted position by a rubber band.

Pretty much as simple and reliable as can be.

The hold down clamps themselves are inspired by several other people's designs --

-- I don't currently have access to a workshop, and I want to finish the build phase of this project before uni. The exhaust is still directed at a metal plate and water should help reduce hot sparks.

STUFF UPDATE:

- L1 Attempt hopefully in the next 2 weeks.

- Flight computer dev is DONE

- My spare parts TVC project is coming along well. Might even squeeze a first flight in before uni 🤞Chutes, pad and simulation is all that remains.