Dual-phase PVC motor

 

This test was performed in Tijuana, Baja on november 5, 2005. The first phase was ignited using a timer and 5 seconds latter the second phase was ignited using a manual remote device.

 
Overall size 39" (990.6 mm)
Made with 1.5" (38.1 mm) Sch 40 PVC
   
Inside insulated with PVC shower liner
   

5 bates grains per phase segment
1.43 lb. (0.65 Kg)
3" (76.2 mm) long.
0.5" (12.7 mm) core.
KNO3 / Sorbitol
   
Bates grains inside casing.
   
Ceramic insert nozzle
Throat 0.43" (11.07 mm)
   
Two retaining devices:
1-PVC retaining ring
2-End cap
   
Second phase bulkhead - end cap.
   

Mid phase slug.
RNX plug (KNO3/Epoxy/Fe2O3)
Nakka plug

   
Mid phase slug.
RNX plug (KNO3/Epoxy/Fe2O3)
Nakka plug
   
Nakka plug in place.
Top view.
   
Mid phase bulkhead assembly.
   
Mid phase bulkhead assembly.
Bottom view.
   

Video of test

tijuana_test2.wmv (295 Kb)

tijuana_test2.1.wmv (2.15 Mb)
   
Nozzle after test