Rocket engines
Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings
Found in 3 Collections and/or Records:
Richard A. Keller, III papers
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2708
Abstract
The Richard A. Keller, III papers (1957-2011) consist of articles, brochures, and news clippings regarding Keller's development of rocket-powered cars. The collection contains materials regarding speed racing and various vehicles developed by Keller such as The Blue Flame, X-1, Pollution Packer, and others. Keller helped to form the company Reaction Dynamics.
Dates:
1957-2011
Richard A. Keller, III Bonneville Salt Flats racing films
Collection
Identifier: A0019
Abstract
The Richard A. Keller, III Bonneville Salt Flats racing films (1970-1974) consist of five 16mm films about the cars and people attempting to break the world landspeed record at the Bonneville Salt Flats near Wendover, Utah.
Dates:
1970-1974
Loren E. Morey papers
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1860
Abstract
The Loren E. Morey papers (1826-1983) contain correspondence, notes, articles, publications, notebooks, pamphlets, brochures, and news clippings related to hot air balloons and rocket systems. Loren E. Morey received a Ph.D in chemistry from Columbia University in 1944. He worked for Hercules Powder Company for twenty-five years beginning in 1950. While at Hercules, he participated in the development of several military rockets including the Nike Ajax, Little John, Terrier, and Talos.
Dates:
1826-1983