What is a Rocket Stove?
Rocket stoves are simple cooking stoves that can be assembled from a few basic components. Considered to be efficient and relatively inexpensive to operate, the rocket stove derives its name from the appearance of the piping that extends horizontally from the main portion of the unit. A rocket stove can be used as a heat or a cooking source and is often included as part of the setup in outdoor campsites. Because a rocket stove requires less fuel than an open campfire, it can be ideal for preparing all types of food while enjoying the outdoors. There are four essential components that go into a rocket stove. The chimney is the main chamber of the stove, and may be constructed of anything from a larger tin can to piping that is set at a vertical angle. Chimneys serve as the support for the cooking area. The second major component in a rocket stove is the fuel magazine. This is usually piping that is fitted onto the base area of the chimney and extends at a horizontal angle from the body
