Motor, Model Rocket, Central Rocket Co. "Rock-A-Chute" Type

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Object Details

Manufacturer

Central Rocket Co.

Summary

This is an unflown Central Rocket Company Rock-A-Chute model rocket motor made of pasteboard and containing non-explosive propellant. It produces a maximum thrust of 1.25 lbs, placing it in the range of the least powerful motors sold commercially. A motor is used only once to power a model rocket. G. Harry Stine, a pioneer in the field of flying rocket models, donated this artifact to NASM in 1973.

Credit Line

Gift of G. Harry Stine

Inventory Number

A19930489000

Restrictions & Rights

Usage conditions apply

Type

MODELS-Missiles & Rockets

Materials

Paper

Adhesive

Ceramic

Dimensions

Overall: 3/4in. x 2 3/4in. (1.9 x 6.99cm)

Country of Origin

United States of America

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Data Source

National Air and Space Museum

Metadata Usage

Not determined

Link to Original Record

http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/nv904965519-3a76-4d1a-b39c-ce4512166e3d

Record ID

nasm_A19930489000