Thrust Chamber and Nozzle, Liquid Fuel Rocket Engine

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Object Details

Manufacturer

Reaction Motors, Inc.

Summary

This is a partly graphite experimental liquid propellant rocket motor thrust chamber and nozzle developed in the 1960s or 70s by Reaction Motors, Inc. The graphite was chosen to help absorb the heat of combustion of the motor. It was used for short firing periods and for tests only. The motor was donated by Reaction Motors to the Smithsonian Institution in 1977.

Credit Line

Gift of Thiokol Chemical Corporation

Inventory Number

A19771261000

Restrictions & Rights

Usage conditions apply

Type

PROPULSION-Components (Engine Parts)

Materials

Partly made of graphite, with metal rings inserted at both ends.

Dimensions

Overall: 12 in. long x 8 in. diameter (30.5 x 20.3cm)

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/nv9ab3e9e16-d846-40ec-8811-1a53072639d9

Record ID

nasm_A19771261000