Model, Rocket, 24M Ramjet

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Object Details

Manufacturer

NASA, Lewis Research Center

Summary

This is a model of a ramjet powered vehicle made by the Lewis Research Center of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). The Lewis Research Center was one of NASA's facilities that conducted research and development on ramjets for use for use in supersonic aircraft. Ramjets were actually used in several aircraft and missiles. The Lewis Research Center transferred this model to NASM in 1966.

Credit Line

Transferred from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration

Inventory Number

A19660628000

Restrictions & Rights

Usage conditions apply

Type

MODELS-Missiles & Rockets

Materials

Wood

Paint

Dimensions

Overall (model): 2ft 4in. x 1ft 2 1/2in. (71.12 x 36.83cm)

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/nv9d07122b4-4216-44a4-964f-78727d166bbe

Record ID

nasm_A19660628000