This urine collection and transfer device, designed by the Whirlpool Corporation, was part of the equipment aboard the Command Module of the Skylab 3 mission in July, 1973, and was assigned to Alan Bean. As it was not used during the mission, it was returned to Earth and transferred to the National Air and Space Museum.
Liquid waste (urine) was collected in a Urine Collection and Transfer Device, worn by the astronauts, with roll-on cuffs providing personal sanitary protection. The urine was then transferred through the Urine Transfer Tube to a tank, from which the liquid waste was vented into space.
Transferred from NASA to the Museum in 1979.
Display Status
This object is on display in Human Spaceflight at the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, VA.
Object Details
Country of Origin
United States of America
Type
PERSONAL EQUIPMENT-Hygiene & Waste Management
Manufacturer
Whirlpool Corporation
Dimensions
Overall: 25 in. wide x 9 5/8 in. tall x 1 in. deep (63.5 x 24.45 x 2.54cm)
Materials
Bladder: Rubberized fabric
Belt: Elastic (cotton, rubber)
Valve: Aluminium
Hose: Rubber, brass
Inventory Number
A19770900000
Credit Line
Transferred from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
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