Launch Pad, Rocket, Flying Model

National Air and Space Museum

Object Details

Manufacturer
Unknown
Summary
This is a metal launch pad for launching flying rocket models. The triangular shaped piece of metal at the top is for deflecting the hot exhaust of the motors.
It was probably made by G. Harry Stine, an American pioneer in the field of flying rocket models. He donated it to the Museum in 1973.
Credit Line
Gift of G. Harry Stine
Inventory Number
A19930793000
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
Type
MODELS-Miscellaneous
Materials
Wood, Paint, Iron, Steel, Adhesive
Dimensions
With legs folded out, 6 inches in diameter, 15 inches high, and 382 grams in weight
Country of Origin
United States of America
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Record ID
nasm_A19930793000
Metadata Usage (text)
Not determined
GUID (Link to Original Record)
http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/nv9e0c231fb-2d97-41d1-8658-a9d414313708
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