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This is the vinyl and foam storage case for the Hand-Held Maneuvering Unit used by Gemini IV astronaut Edward White III during his historic "walk in space" on June 3, 1965. The Unit was made of aluminum and stainless steel, with three small rocket nozzles. A switch in the handle enabled White to fire the rockets to help move him forward or to the right or left. The manufacturer of the case is unknown.

NASA transferred it to NASM in 1967.

 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-Accessories Manufacturer Unknown
 Dimensions 3-D: 45.7 x 14.6 x 11.4cm (18 x 5 3/4 x 4 1/2 in.)
 Materials Fiberglass, Foam, Nylon Webbing, Velcro, Paint, Anodized Aluminum
vinyl case w/foam interior
 Inventory Number A19670211001 Credit Line Transferred from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration Data Source National Air and Space Museum Restrictions & Rights Usage conditions apply
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