RISE is the interdisciplinary student team of the Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam and the University of Twente. RISE designs, builds and tests advanced rockets based on sustainable technology. Think restartable hybrid rocket engines and smart landing systems that return to earth safely and efficiently. Together, we are building a future in which space travel is greener, smarter and more accessible.
Innovation with impact
TINA is our newest rocket, specially developed to test, train and build knowledge in an accessible way.
- Manufactured with 3D printed components
- Fully modular: rapidly adaptable and reusable
- Used for system testing, flight simulations and educational missions
Impact: TINA enables more frequent, faster and cheaper testing - crucial for rapid innovation in sustainable rocket technology.
Phoenix - The green rocket engine
Phoenix is a hybrid rocket engine that runs on biofuel as well as being restartable - a first in the world of student rockets.
- Low environmental impact
- Safe to use
- High reliability
Impact: Phoenix shows that powerful space travel can also be sustainable.
Alpha - Smart, controlled landing
Alpha is a three-metre rocket that performs a propulsive landing using thrust vectoring and sensors.
- Autonomously controlled
- Uses restartable Green Phoenix engine
Impact: This is a big step towards reusable and self-steering rockets.
Why join
Whether you are a student in physics, computer science, law, communications or mechanical engineering, your talent is welcome here.
You will develop:
- Technical skills in software, electronics, mechanics, control & propulsion
- Soft skills such as teamwork, project management and leadership
- A network of top companies and fellow students
If you are interested, please send an email to administrator@riseteam.nl.
Partners
Thanks to the support of ClusterVision, Ansys, Dalvoorde Techniek, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, University of Twente and VDL ETG, among others, we make space innovation possible. Together, we are working on technology that reaches beyond the earth.