My late husband owned a model rocket company (Flight Systems, Inc) and we did several displays. Dave’s suggestion is best, being careful that the plex ros is long enough. Depending on the model, some of them are top-heavy. Another possibility is set them up as if they were being launched. If the rockets were built for actual hobby use, there will be loops on the side that went over rods on the launch pad. I would use carbon fiber rod if you can get it. We did use brass occasionally. That way, visitors can see how they were actually launched.



Lisa Shockley





On Aug 13, 2019 at 11:20 AM, <topladave .<mailto:[log in to unmask]>> wrote:



I agree with Curtis's advice about using a round support that is attached to the base of the platform in the exhibit case that will fit inside the round base of the model rocket. As a conservator I would not use wood, which can contain acids that can corrode metals and damage other materials. I suggest making round supports from plexi tubes with square bases for mounting to the exhibit platform.



Cheers!

Dave



David Harvey

Principal Conservator & Museum Consultant

Los Angeles CA. USA

www.cityofangelsconservation.weebly.com<http://www.cityofangelsconservation.weebly.com>



On Tue, Aug 13, 2019, 7:45 AM Kathleen M. Bratton <[log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>> wrote:



We have a number of model rockets. Some measuring @ 3' high. We want to display them standing upright under a Plexiglas case . Any recommendations of how to attach/ mount them to the base of the case so that they won't fall over if the case is knocked?







Thank you







Kathleen M. Bratton



Collections Manager



National Iron and Steel Heritage Museum



50 South 1st Avenue, Coatesville, PA 19320



Ph:610-384-9282   Cell: 610-322-4895



www.steelmuseum.org<http://www.steelmuseum.org>



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