1991.14.12

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ID Number

1991.14.12

Category

T&E For Science & Technology

Sub-category

energy production T&E

Item Type

electric

Item Name

motor

Maker

St. Antoine, Ernie

Materials

METAL, UNKNOWN PLASTIC wire

Measurements

overall: 3 1/2 in x 9 in x 8 in

Description

Two-cylinder, 30cc, grey metal model motor; central vaguely cross-shaped axis with large round parts on each end; one end has a wire attached to it; the other end of the wire is attached to a yellow plastic plate.

History

Built by Ernie St. Antoine around 1947. Meant to be used in a model boat but never was, due to technical problems. According to Ernie, it would have been capable of speeds up to 90 miles per hour.

Collection Name

Museum Windsor

Subject (Fre)

Y

Subjects

Children / Enfants subject

Toys / Jouet subject

Transportation / Transport subject

Water / Eau subject

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