The Associated Industries of Massachusetts gave this desk stand to Dr. Charles S. Draper in recognition of his work in developing guidance systems for the Apollo 11 mission, which in July 1969 was the first to land men on the moon. Dr. Draper was the founder and director of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology's Instrumentation Laboratory and developed guidance systems for a wide variety of naval vessels, aircraft, rockets, missiles, and spacecraft. Dr. Draper donated a collection of his awards, including this desk stand, to the National Collection in 1974.
Display Status
This object is on display in James S. McDonnell Space Hangar at the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, VA.
Object Details
Country of Origin
United States of America
Type
AWARDS-Miscellaneous
Dimensions
3-D: 10.2 x 15.2 x 15.2cm (4 x 6 x 6 in.)
Materials
Metal and lucite
Inventory Number
A19800540000
Credit Line
Gift of Dr. Charles S. Draper
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
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