Object Details
Manufacturer
Grumman Aerospace Corporation
Summary
NASA studied this Grumman concept for a partially reusable space transportation system during the Shuttle research effort in 1969-1972. It featured two piloted fly-back vehicles - a large booster and a small orbiter - both with retractable jet engines for powered descent to landing. This design reduced the orbiter's weight and size by putting its propellants into disposable external fuel tanks that could be jettisoned after ascent. NASA transferred a variety of concept models to the Museum after settling on the final Space Shuttle design.
Credit Line
Transferred from National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Inventory Number
A19740732000
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
Type
MODELS-Crewed Spacecraft & Parts
Materials
Plastic, wood, fabric, metal, decals
Dimensions
3-D: 36.5 × 28.5 × 17cm (14 3/8 × 11 1/4 × 6 11/16 in.)
Overall (Booster): 1ft 3 1/4in. x 5in. x 11 1/4in. (38.74 x 12.7 x 28.58cm)
Overall (Orbiter): 9 3/4in. x 4 1/2in. x 6 1/4in. (24.77 x 11.43 x 15.88cm)
Country of Origin
United States of America
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Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Link to Original Record
Record ID
nasm_A19740732000