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Rocket Launch Trajectory Simulation and Optimization Using Python

🛰️ Project Overview Build a Python-based simulation tool that: ✅ Simulates rocket launch trajectories under Earth’s gravity and atmospheric drag. ✅ Visualizes trajectory paths (altitude vs. time, velocity vs. time). ✅ Allows users to change parameters (mass, thrust, drag coefficient, fuel burn rate). ✅ Optimizes launch angles and thrust profiles to reach Low Earth Orbit (LEO) or desired altitudes efficiently. 🎯 Why this project is excellent: ✅ Directly related to rocket science and spacecraft launches. ✅ Applies Physics + Numerical Methods + CS skills . ✅ Demonstrates simulation, data visualization, optimization, and modeling . ✅ Can evolve into research on trajectory optimization for multi-stage rockets . ✅ Adds space-focused CS credibility for internships at ISRO, SpaceX, or research labs . ⚙️ What your project will do: 1️⃣ Take user inputs: Rocket mass, fuel mass, thrust, drag coefficient, launch angle. Engine burn time and Isp (specific impulse). 2️⃣ ...