This Apollo Bio-Harness was worn by astronaut Edwin "Buzz" Aldrin during his Apollo 11 mission in July 1969.
The Apollo Bio-Harness Assembly was worn under either the intra-vehicular (IV) or extra-vehicular (EV) pressure suit. It consisted of a cotton duck belt with teflon-coated beta cloth pockets into which the electrocardiograph signal conditioner, the impedance pneumograph signal conditioner, and a DC-DC converter were inserted. These instruments monitored the physiological functions of the astronaut. The belt was fitted with snap fastners which attached the assembly to either the constant wear garment or the liquid cooling garment.
NASA transferred this object to the Museum in 1970.
Display Status
This object is not on display at the National Air and Space Museum. It is either on loan or in storage.
Object Details
Country of Origin
United States of America
Type
PERSONAL EQUIPMENT-Medical
Astronaut
Buzz Aldrin
Manufacturer
Cicoil Corporation
Dimensions
Overall: 10 1/2 in. x 8 in. x 11/16 in. (26.7 x 20.3 x 1.7cm)
Materials
Pouch: Beta Cloth, Polyester, Resin, Ink
Electrical leads: Anodized Aluminium, Steel, Gold Plating, Plastic
Interior: Coated Electrical Wires
Inventory Number
A19791748000
Credit Line
Transferred from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Restrictions & Rights
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