Rocket, Flying Model , U.S. Rocket

Object Details

Manufacturer

Unknown

Summary

This is a plastic assembled flying rocket model in its retail package. Also included are a parachute, launch stand, a launch control box and wires to connect it to the model, and three motors. At the end of powered flight, the parachute deploys and the model falls back to Earth, enabling its reuse.

G. Harry Stine, a pioneer in the field of model rockets, donated this artifact to NASM in 1973.

Credit Line

Gift of G. Harry Stine

Inventory Number

A19930629000

Restrictions & Rights

Usage conditions apply

Type

MODELS-Missiles & Rockets

Materials

Cardboard, Plastic, Steel, Plastic, Cotton, Adhesive

Dimensions

Other (box): 8 1/2 x 17 x 2 3/4in. (21.6 x 43.2 x 7cm)

Country of Origin

United Kingdom

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Record ID

nasm_A19930629000

Metadata Usage (text)

Not determined

GUID (Link to Original Record)

http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/nv91768f3ec-9ca3-414d-8610-7c141541495a