Propellant, Airbag Hybrid Auto Inflator, Simulated
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This is a sample cast (also called a grain) of a simulated solid propellant used in an automobile airbag inflator. The Atlantic Research Corporation, an established maker of small-scale solid propellant rocket motors for civilian and defense applications, entered this niche automotive market to spinoff some of its core propulsion technologies.
Transferred to NASM from the Atlantic Research Corporation.
Country of Origin
United States of America
Type
PROPULSION-Miscellaneous
Manufacturer
Atlantic Research Corp. Dimensions
2-D - In Frame (H x W x D): 2.5 × 17.1cm (1 in. × 6 3/4 in.) Materials
Overall, rubber Inventory Number
A20060559000
Credit Line
Gift of Atlantic Research Corporation
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
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