This fecal collection subsystem was assigned to astronaut Alan Shepard, though it is unknown if it was flown on the Apollo 14 mission.
This subsystem was part of the personal hygiene equipment developed for the astronauts, to be worn while wearing a spacesuit during the Apollo era, and was was worn with a collection device underneath.
It was transferred to the National Air and Space Museum from NASA 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
PERSONAL EQUIPMENT-Hygiene & Waste Management
Manufacturer
B. Welson & Co., United States of America
Dimensions
Approximate: 1ft 4in. x 1ft 2in. x 1in. (40.64 x 35.56 x 2.54cm)
Materials
Overall: Elastic, nylon
Inventory Number
A19720583000
Credit Line
Transferred from NASA - Manned Spacecraft Center
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
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