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This bio-harness was flown aboard Apollo 11 in July 1969, but never used. There is no notation as to which astronaut it was assigned. The bio-harness assembly was worn under either the intra-vehicular (IV) or extra-vehicular (EV) pressure suit.

The complete assembly consisted of a cotton duck belt fitted with snap fastners and teflon-coated beta cloth pockets, which attached the assembly to either the constant wear garment or the liquid cooling garment. The components consisted of an electrocardiograph signal conditioner, an impedance pneumograph signal conditioner, and a DC-DC converter. These instruments monitored the physiological functions of the astronaut.

NASA transferred these sensors 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 Manufacturer Tempil Corporation
Dimensions Overall: 9.5 x 9.5 x 1cm (3 3/4 x 3 3/4 x 3/8 in.)
Materials Plastic
Rubber
Aluminum
Silver
Paper
Ink
Package: Polyethelyne
Contents Overall: Metal, plastic, rubber insulation
Inventory Number A19980040000 Credit Line Transferred from NASA/JSC Data Source National Air and Space Museum Restrictions & Rights Usage conditions apply
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