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This boilerplate of a Command Module was used by the NASA Johnson Space Center Structures and Mechanics Division in center-of-gravity tests, water drop tests, and dye marker tests. Because it was also used for water recovery practice, it had a quick opening hatch and was airtight. It had no instrumentation or wiring. In 1968, this boilerplate was also used for pressurized flammability tests. It was transferred to the Smithsonain in 1978.

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

SPACECRAFT-Crewed-Test Vehicles

Manufacturer

North American Aviation Inc.

Dimensions

Overall: 10ft 7in. x 12ft 10in. (322.58 x 391.16cm)

Materials

Boilerplate steel

Inventory Number

A19781519000

Credit Line

Transferred from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration

Data Source

National Air and Space Museum

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