Circular Parachute

Example of a 5 pound rocket:

X-Form Parachute

Example of a 5 pound rocket:

A smaller parachute will result in a faster descent. A larger one a slower descent. If the ground is soft, such as grass covered, you may want to use a smaller parachute for a faster descent. A faster descent will result in less drift. If the ground is hard, like frozen earth or salt, you may want a slower descent, and therefore a larger parachute.

Submitted by Dean Roth