Rocket, Flying Model, Launching Lugs

National Air and Space Museum

Object Details

Manufacturer
Model Rocket Industries
Summary
These are ight flying rocket model launching lugs manufactured by Model Rocket Industries. Made of pasteboard, they are attached to the body of a model. The vertical rod extending from the launch platform goes through the lug, and this insures that the model's liftoff will be in a vertical direction. These launching lugs were donated by G. Harry Stine, one of the American pioneers in the field of flying rocket models.
Credit Line
Gift of G. Harry Stine
Inventory Number
A19930766000
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
Type
MODELS-Missiles & Rockets
Materials
Cardboard
Paper
Plastic
Adhesive
Steel
Dimensions
11.75 x 6.03 x 0.64cm (4 5/8in. x 2 3/8in. x 1/4in.) (Approximate, Retail Package)
Country of Origin
United States of America
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Record ID
nasm_A19930766000
Metadata Usage (text)
Not determined
GUID (Link to Original Record)
http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/nv931dd289a-c196-4609-9bba-474a5fb1bd53
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