Motor, Model Rocket, Centuri Mini-Max Type

National Air and Space Museum

Object Details

Manufacturer
Centuri Engineering
Summary
This is an unflown Centuri Mini-Max model rocket motor from 1966. It is made of pasteboard and contains non-explosive propellant. It produces a maximum thrust of 3.5 lbs, placing it in the lower range of the power of motors sold commercially. A motor is used only once to power a model rocket. G. Harry Stine, a pioneer in the field of flying rocket models, donated this artifact to NASM in 1973.
Credit Line
Gift of G. Harry Stine
Inventory Number
A19930485000
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
Type
MODELS-Missiles & Rockets
Materials
Pasteboard
Paper
[Interior components inaccessible]
Dimensions
5" x 1 1/8" Diameter
Country of Origin
United States of America
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Record ID
nasm_A19930485000
Metadata Usage (text)
Not determined
GUID (Link to Original Record)
http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/nv9409bee85-d6c3-4e7d-bfdd-3241a4166b4e
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