Motor Cases All Pictures courtesy of Loki Research Here's a shot of the three motor cases in the process of being machined by team member Jeff Taylor. These cases measure 59" long and 6" in diameter. Both forward and aft closures will thread into the motor tube. Jeff Taylor hold the all graphite motor nozzle for one of the "P" motors, For a picture of all three, check this LINK.   Hydrostatic testing   The first step in hydro testing a motor case is to fill it with water. Attach high pressure water pump and pressure gage. Then pump 'er up. These motor will be tested to 1500 PSI, this represents a test to twice the mean operating pressure.   First one done!   The case is done, and passed with flying colors. The particular case will be shipped to Wedge Oldham and used for fit up of the rest of the motor parts in the Black Brant. Completion of the first motor represents a significant milestone in this project. "Fred" will remain at Jeff Taylor's house, and will not be part of the flight team.     It has arrived   The first motor case produced for the Black Brant project has arrived at Wedge Oldham's house.

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