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Motor, Model Rocket

Object Details

Summary
This is an unflown model rocket motor. It is made of pasteboard and contains non-explosive propellant. A motor is used only once to power a model rocket. It is not known who made the motor.
G. Harry Stine, a pioneer in the field of flying rocket models, donated it to NASM in 1973.
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Credit Line
Gift of G. Harry Stine
Materials
Paper
Adhesive
Ceramic
Plastic
Dimensions
Overall: 3/4 x 2 3/4in. (1.9 x 7cm)
Type
MODELS-Missiles & Rockets
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