Brian Walker
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Brian Walker is a toy inventor who is famous for having built his own rocket. Walker has come to be known as the Rocket Guy in the media for this invention. Professionally, Walker has also invented several toys such as the air bazooka. He has also built a hovercraft and a hydrosub.
His rocket is known as Project R.U.S.H., which stands for Rapid Up Super High. It is fueled by hydrogen peroxide and is equipped with parachutes for use when landing. The goal of the project is to launch Walker 50 miles into the sky. He currently is waiting for approval to launch 20 miles in a rocket-propelled aircraft from the world's largest crossbow.[1]
Walker has been interviewed by several media personalities, including novelist Chuck Palahniuk, who included his interview with Walker in his book Stranger Than Fiction: True Stories.
[edit] References
- ^ Miller, Paul. "Brian Walker to fly rocket-propelled craft launched with world's largest crossbow". Engadget. June 4, 2006.
- Palahniuk, Chuck. Stranger Than Fiction : True Stories. Doubleday, 2004. ISBN 0-385-50448-9
