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MiniSShot - Casing, nozzle, fins, bulkhead and liners for MiniSShot motor
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Richard Nakka 2009/03/22 Richard successfully hydrostatic proof-tested the two new MiniSShot motor casings to 1400 psi, which demonstrated a safety factor of 1.4 over the max. expected operating pressure of the motor   Richard Nakka 2009/03/22 Richard successfully hydrostatic proof-tested the two new MiniSShot motor casings to 1400 psi, which demonstrated a safety factor of 1.4 over the max. expected operating pressure of the motor   Richard Nakka 2009/03/22 A trial fitting of the Nozzle Shell, Nozzle Ring, and motor casing was conducted. The parts all fit together like a Swiss watch   Andrew Nowakowski 2009/03/22 Andrew Nowakowski  reports good progress in preparation of an experimental fin mould   Richard Nakka 2009/03/25 Pressure sensor port fitting in the Forward Bulkhead   Richard Nakka 2009/03/25 Pressure sensor port fitting in the Forward Bulkhead   Richard Nakka 2009/03/25 Pressure sensor port fitting in the Forward Bulkhead   Richard Nakka 2009/03/25 Interior side of Forward Bulkhead showing pressure port fitting and igniter leads   Richard Nakka 2009/03/25 Exterior view of Forward Bulkhead showing igniter assembly and pressure port connection   Richard Nakka 2009/03/25 Two motor casings were painted the usual white colour to aid inspection of possible thermal damage   Richard Nakka  2009/04/24 Stainless steel foil liner, painted with insulating paint, used as a lightweight motor casing liner that provides additional thermal protection Richard Nakka  2009/04/24 Same liner installed in the MiniSShot motor Forward