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This is an injector for a rocket motor attributed to the American rocket pioneer Robert H. Goddard and static tested at Fort Devens, Mass., on 3 Dec. 1929. He called it a "plug-type" injector. The injector head was one of Goddard's early efforts to find both a suitable means of propellant injection and cooling of the rocket motor. This object was found in the NASM collection and accessioned 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
Date
1930
Country of Origin
United States of America
Type
PROPULSION-Miscellaneous
Manufacturer
Dr. Robert H. Goddard Dimensions
Overall: Height, 7.75 inches; width, 6.75 inches; diameter, 7.25 inches (19.69 x 18.42 x 17.15cm) Materials
Overall, steel, with Alundum cone. Inventory Number
A19660024000
Credit Line
Found in Collection
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
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