Static Test ST-40

Total Propellant Weight: 489.7 grams 1.0774 lb

Burn Time: 1.3 seconds

Grain Geometery: (4) grains 2.75"x1.5"

Total Impulse: 137.68 pounds

Isp: 128.1

Maximum Thrust: 289.55 pounds

Maximum Chamber Pressure Estimate: 1,400 psi

Here is the thrust time curve for the test.

For this test I cut the grains to 2.75" and used four grains rather than two 5.5" grains. It should have lowered maximum chamber pressure some, and given a flater thrust profile. For comparison, look at ST-27 you will notice this burn was slightly regressive, as opposed to ST-27 which was slightly progressive. This was a slightly faster burn, with a little more propellant so the maximum chamber pressure and thrust were higher, but the curve is better. I suppose I should load the motor with the 4 grain configuration all the time.

Overall, the T-4 performed as expected. There was no blow by at the nozzle, or any damage to the motor at all.

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