This is an unflown Model Products Corporation Minijet model rocket motor from 1971. It is made of pasteboard and contains non-explosive propellant. A motor is used only once to power a model rocket. G. Harry Stine, a pioneer in the field of flying rocket models, donated it to NASM in 1973.
Display Status
This object is not on display at the National Air and Space Museum. It is either on loan or in storage.
Object Details
Country of Origin
United States of America
Type
MODELS-Missiles & Rockets
Manufacturer
Model Products Corporation
Dimensions
Other (Motor): 1/2in. x 2 1/4in. (1.27 x 5.7cm)
Overall: 5 5/16in. x 4 1/8in. x 5/8in. (13.49 x 10.48 x 1.59cm)
Materials
Motor: Paper, Adhesive, Ceramic
Original Packaging: Plastic, Paper, Steel
Inventory Number
A19930527000
Credit Line
Gift of G. Harry Stine
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
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