Background

Magnesium Hydride (MgH₂) has been studied as a potential rocket fuel component due to its high hydrogen content, energy density, and reactivity. See the summary as follows -

https://www.perplexity.ai/search/magnesium-hydride-as-a-rocket-daz3S5yyQj.l6m1RdeKdYg

Project Goals

The goal of this project is as follows -

1. Using thermodynamic principles, derive the specific impulse value for MgH₂. This can be compared with existing literature.

2. If the numbers are encouraging, we want to purchase MgH₂ and test a solid rocket motor with it.

3. If MgH₂ cannot be acquired from the market, we want to manufacture it. So we would need to check out the available production methods, and setup a small lab to manufacture the same.

4. We have carried out solid rocket motor testing using Sucrose + KNO3 before, so we can help you design the rocket motor once MgH₂ has been acquired/manufactured

How to Apply?

1. Reach out to Garvit directly via DM

2. Garvit - https://www.linkedin.com/in/garvitgoel/