Model, Launch Controller, Flying Rocket

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Object Details

Manufacturer

Space Age Industries

Summary

This is a launch controller for flying rocket rocket models. Made by Space Age Industries, it was capable of controlling the launch of two flying rocket models from different launch platforms at the same time.

G. Harry Stine, an American pioneer in the field of flying rocket models, donated the artifact to the Museum in 1973.

Credit Line

Gift of G. Harry Stine

Inventory Number

A19930785000

Restrictions & Rights

Usage conditions apply

Type

MODELS-Miscellaneous

Materials

Aluminum, Steel, Paint, Plastic, Non Ferrous metal (Zinc or Brass), Chrome Plating, Cadmium Plating

Dimensions

Other: 4 x 10 x 6in. (10.2 x 25.4 x 15.2cm)

Country of Origin

United States of America

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National Air and Space Museum Collection

Data Source

National Air and Space Museum

Metadata Usage

Not determined

Link to Original Record

http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/nv9ab66f381-5260-4452-b523-601a9f0d48da

Record ID

nasm_A19930785000