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This is the exhaust nozzle used on the later variants of the vernier engines manufactured by the Reaction Motors Division of the Thiokol Chemical Corporation, beginning in the 1950s. Vernier engines are used on all types of spacecraft and launch vehicles for attitude control and velocity adjustments.

Transferred from Reaction Motors Division, Thiokol Chemical Corporation.

 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 PROPULSION-Components (Engine Parts) Manufacturer Reaction Motors, Inc.
 Dimensions 14 x 8.3cm (5 1/2in. x 3 1/4in.) (Approximate)
 Materials Stainless steel, Type AISI 347
 Inventory Number A19771262001 Credit Line Transferred from Reaciton Motors Division, Thiokol Chemical Corporation Data Source National Air and Space Museum Restrictions & Rights Usage conditions apply
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