The Coast and Geodetic Survey and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) used the Wild RC-8 from 1956 to 1990 for many purposes: transportation, communication, and defense systems; boundary and property surveys; land record systems; mapping and charting; and scientific and engineering applications. Wild-Heerbrugg has a series of mapping cameras that are used worldwide. This camera is displayed with its drive, viewfinder, suspension mount, control box, and other accessories.
Gift of the US Department of Commerce, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, National Geodetic Survey Remote Sensing Division.
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Wild Heerbrugg
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Date: 1956-1991
Dimensions:
Overall: 17 x 13 x 18in. (43.2 x 33 x 45.7cm)
Materials:
non-ferrous metal, painted OD green
Physical Description:
Aviogon 6-inch lens cone, F151.77, 250mm, F-6". With rotary shutter and diaphragm connected to the focal plane frame with optical marks and recording instruments (level, watch, altimeter and counter) Electriacally operated system. No case.
