Object Details
Manufacturer
Dr. Robert H. Goddard
Summary
This is an experimental rocket injector of ca. 1927 of U.S. rocket pioneer Robert H. Goddard. The larger projecting angled open pipe was most likely the oxidizer (liquid oxygen) inlet while the smaller diameter projecting pipe on the opposite side was probably the fuel (gasoline) inlet. The injector was to spray the oxidizer and fuel into fine streams into the combustion chamber of the rocket motor where they were ignited and burned.
The object shown here was found in the Smithsonian collections, but likely was originally part of a major gift of Goddard artifacts to the Smithsonian by the Daniel and Florence Guggenheim Foundation in 1950.
Credit Line
Found in Collection
Inventory Number
A19660017000
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
Type
PROPULSION-Components (Engine Parts)
Materials
Overall, steel; possibly with internal, small diameter ceramic (alundum) pipes.
Dimensions
Overall: 3 in. tall x 5 1/2 in. wide x 3 1/4 in. diameter (7.62 x 13.97 x 8.26cm)
Country of Origin
United States of America
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National Air and Space Museum Collection
Location
Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, VA
Exhibit Station
Rockets & Missiles
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Link to Original Record
Record ID
nasm_A19660017000