This is part of the exterior of the cabin of a Gemini capsule. Shingles made from Rene 41 are attached to the outer aluminum surface. These shingles protected the capsule from the tremendous heat generated during reentry.
McDonnel Aircraft made the capsules and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration transferred this artifact to NASM in 1972.
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-Parts & Structural Components
Manufacturer
McDonnell Aircraft
Dimensions
Other: 76.2 x 10.16 x 76.2cm (2ft 6in. x 4in. x 2ft 6in.)
Storage (Rehoused on an aluminum pallet): 124.5 × 124.5 × 87.6cm, 127kg (49 × 49 × 34 1/2 in., 280lb.)
Materials
Aluminum, Adhesive, Inconel, Phenolic Resin, Stainless Steel, Synthetic Fabric, Cadmium Plating
Inventory Number
A19720447000
Credit Line
Transferred from NASA
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Restrictions & Rights
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