Designed for the classroom. SpaceCAD is made with students and educators in mind — intuitive enough for beginners, powerful enough for advanced users. It helps teach rocketry concepts through hands-on, visual learning.
Design visually, not through menus. SpaceCAD lets you build rockets directly on screen using a powerful 2D designer. Just click and resize parts — no need to open complex dialogs like in Rocksim or OpenRocket.
Instant feedback, smarter design. See real-time updates to your rocket’s stability, altitude, and flight performance as you edit. This makes it faster and easier to find a design that flies safely and meets competition goals.
From design to flight in a single click. Unlike other tools where simulation feels like a separate process, SpaceCAD shows you flight results instantly — no setup, no switching views, no waiting.
Ready-to-use parts library. SpaceCAD includes over 800 real-world rocket parts — nose cones, body tubes, engines, and more — from trusted manufacturers like Estes, Quest, Centuri, and others. No guesswork, just accurate components.
Jumpstart your design. Get inspired with a collection of ready-to-fly rocket designs included for free — perfect for learning, exploring ideas, or getting started quickly.
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