Propulsion department

The propulsion department is responsible for the propulsion systems of our rockets, as well as the pyrotechnics involved in separation events. Their work ensures that every launch is powered by a reliable and efficient motor, designed to meet the specific needs of each in-house developed rocket. The team’s tasks include researching, designing, simulating, manufacturing, and testing rocket motors to push AQUILO’s capabilities even further.

Like every department, the Propulsion Department consists of a department head, members, and advisors. Given the complexity of propulsion systems, their workload is primarily theoretical—focused on extensive research, calculations, and simulations. However, they are also responsible for the hands-on manufacturing and rigorous testing required to bring these systems to life.

INAS HADDOUCH

HEAD OF PROPULSION DEPARTMENT

Contact

E-mail: propulsionaquilo@gmail.com

Phone: +31 6 847 712 13

My name is Inas Haddouch, originally from Morocco, and I am the head of the propulsion department for the academic year 2024-2025.

I am currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Aeronautical engineering, a field that has captivated my interest since a young age. Participating in a Rocket Team such as Aquilo has been one of my greatest achievements. Within the team, my department and I are willing to develop a robust motor that will enable us to participate in the Solid S3-flight category in EuRoC.

In order to further develop this powerful motor, we are prepared to design, cast, and test the propellant with the assistance of our esteemed sponsors. All of this will be done with necessary legal and safety proptocols according to Dutch regulations. Additionally, since EuRoC requires the student teams to provide documentation about our rocket systems, I will be working alongside Jondar Hoenselaar (Head of Propulsion 2022-23) and Ioannis Neofytos (Head of Propulsion 2023-24) on documentation, legalities, research & safety protocols.

Our team has like-minded engineering students who are motivated, ready for challenge and competition. I am more than happy to delegate and work with my team for a greater outcome to reach our goals.

DEPARTMENT MEMBERS

  • Ioannis Neofytos

    Advisor & Chair of Safety Committee
    Department Head 23-24

  • Timo van Spelden

    Advisor
    Team manager 2022-23

  • Jondar Hoenselaar

    Advisor & Safety Officer
    Department Head 22-23
    Joined in 2022

  • Tijmen Vloet

    Propulsion Engineer & Safety Committee member
    AQUILO IX Taskforce member
    Joined in 2024

  • Juliette Bakels

    Propulsion Engineer
    Joined in 2024

  • Tayne Dunn-Parrant

    Propulsion Engineer
    Joined in 2024

  • Chris Derks

    Propulsion Engineer
    Joined in 2024

  • Kamila Czyzycka

    Propulsion Engineer
    Joined in 2024

  • Samuel Braun

    Propulsion Engineer
    Joined in 2023

  • Max Vrijssen

    Propulsion Engineer
    Joined in 2023

  • Oleksii Makovii

    Propulsion Engineer
    Joined in 2023

  • Pedro Alves

    Propulsion Engineer
    AQUILO IX Taskforce member
    Joined in 2023

  • Thomas Tchakerian

    Propulsion Engineer
    Joined in 2022

  • Sebastian Hudak

    Propulsion Engineer
    HEI Project
    Joined in 2022

  • Lars Jansen

    Propulsion Engineer
    Joined in 2022