2002 Category Awards in
Aerodynamics/ Hydrodynamics

First Place: S0115

Whittinghill, Ian R. Grade 11, Ventura County
The Effect of Mass Flux on the C* Efficiency of Aluminized Grains in an N(2)O-Fed Hybrid Rocket Motor
Advisor: Mr. Charles R. Warren
School: The Thacher School, Ojai

Second Place: S0106

Marshall, Amanda M. Grade 10, Los Angeles County
Which Angle of Attack Generates Maximum Lift for Cambered and Symmetrical Airfoils?
Advisor: Mr. Lance Kruse
School: Chaminade College Preparatory, West Hills

Third Place: S0114

Weekly, Garrett L. Grade 10, San Diego County
Ancient Polygonum Reveals Secret to Correct Ball's Erratic Flight Path
Advisor: Mr. J. Patzold
School: Clairemont Senior High School, San Diego

Honorable Mention: S0103

Imazumi, Keiko M. Grade 11, Santa Clara County

Parsels, Nicole M. Grade 11, Santa Clara County
Salinity, Buoyancy, and Drag
Advisor: Mrs. Carol Evans
School: Oak Grove High School, San Jose