Motor, Model Rocket, Igniters

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Object Details

Manufacturer

Marshall Wilder

Summary

These are two twisted leg metal igniter wires made by Marshall Wilder. A single wire is inserted into the aft end of a flying rocket motor and held in place by a disc and tape. Additional wires run between it and the launch control mechanism. An electrical charge is sent through the wires to ignite the motor's non-explosive propellant. G. Harry Stine, a pioneer in the field of flying rocket models, donated these artifacts to NASM in 1973.

Credit Line

Gift of G. Harry Stine

Inventory Number

A19930534000

Restrictions & Rights

Usage conditions apply

Type

MODELS-Missiles & Rockets

Materials

Wire:

Nickel-Chromium (Nichrome)

Envelope:

Paper

Adhesive

Steel

Dimensions

Igniters: 1 1/4" x 3/4" x 1/32" and 1 3/8" x 3/8" x 1/32"

[Prior to 10/7/11] Other (wire): 3.81cm (1 1/2in.)

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/nv9f7dfaf6e-990c-41c2-83c2-c37076ca5f9b

Record ID

nasm_A19930534000