This is a model of a ramjet-powered vehicle made of wood, metal, and plastic. NASA's Lewis Research Center manufactured it. The Lewis Research Center was one of NASA's facilities that conducted research and development on ramjets for use for use in supersonic aircraft. Ramjets were actually used in several aircraft and missiles in the 1950s and 1960s.
The Lewis Research Center transferred this model to NASM in 1966.
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
NASA, Lewis Research Center
Dimensions
Overall: 4in. x 7in. x 2ft 2 1/4in. (10.16 x 17.78 x 66.68cm)
Materials
Wood, plastic, brass, paint, steel
Inventory Number
A19660627000
Credit Line
Gift of NASA's Lewis Research Center
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
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