Motor, Rocket Model, 1/4A1.7-2.50

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Object Details

Manufacturer

Aerospace Vehicles, Inc.

Summary

This is an unflown D6.1.6.75 flying rocket model motor made by Aerospace Vehicles. It is made of paper and ceramic and contains non-explosive propellant. Such motors are used once and, after completely burning, the model returns to the Earth with the assistance of a parachute and can be used again.

The donor of this artifact is not known.

Credit Line

Found in collection. Donor unknown at this time.

Inventory Number

A19960472000

Restrictions & Rights

Usage conditions apply

Type

MODELS-Missiles & Rockets

Materials

Paper, Adhesive, Ceramic, Paint

Dimensions

Other: 3/8 x 1 1/4in. (1 x 3.2cm)

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/nv90f422917-7806-4c64-aba5-a98c60147ae6

Record ID

nasm_A19960472000