WI Space Race

WI Space Race is the University of Wisconsin-Madison's amateur rocketry team dedicated to designing, manufacturing, and testing liquid propellant rockets. Their mission is to build a single stage liquid-powered rocket capable of reaching space and competing in events like the Dollar per Foot Competition. The team plans to construct a 25-foot-long, 1.5-foot diameter rocket using the Starfire engine to propel it, aiming to deliver 20 kilograms of payload to space and achieve a 100-kilometer altitude. Recovery of the rocket is essential for its full reusability. With a founding year of 2018, WI Space Race operates in the Industrial, Manufacturing, and Space industries. The endeavor not only aims to achieve space travel but also to invigorate Wisconsin's position in the new-space industry. As a part of their broader vision, the winnings from competitions will be utilized to strategically nurture a space-startup ecosystem in Madison, WI. WI Space Race recognizes the importance of hands-on engineering experiences in complementing classroom learning, emphasizing how high-stakes engineering projects can enhance the skills of future engineers. The initiative seeks to inspire a passion for innovative hardware development and aims to revitalize Wisconsin's impact on American spaceflight. Despite being a unique and ambitious project, key details such as headquarters location and previous investment information are currently unavailable. WI Space Race shows promise in its efforts to introduce groundbreaking advancements in space technology while contributing to the development of Wisconsin's space industry.