This is an early flying rocket model motor test stand made of wood and steel. A wood cylinder is attached by wires to a postage scale. The motor is placed in the center of the wood cylinder and then is ignited. Model Missiles, Inc. probably built this test stand in 1957 or 1958. G. Harry Stine, one of the American pioneers in the field of flying rocket and missile models, donated it to the Museum.
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-Miscellaneous
Dimensions
Other: 3 1/2 in. × 2 in. × 5 in. (8.9 × 5.1 × 12.7cm)
Materials
Steel
Plastic
Wood
Paper
Adhesive
Inventory Number
A19930771000
Credit Line
Gift of G. Harry Stine
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
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