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The process of waste collection and disposal is complicated in a decreased gravity environment, necessitating equipment such as this urine filter from Gemini 8. Astronauts urinated through a rubber hose-like fitting, which connected to a filter and either collection bag or hose. Inside the metal tube, a filter trapped particulate matter from the urine to prevent clogging the opening of the urine dump nozzle.

NASA transferred this filter to the Museum in 1968 along with other flown and unflown Gemini program equipment.

 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 Wintec Corp.
 Dimensions Overall: 12.86 x 3.49cm (5 1/16in. x 1 3/8in.)
 Materials Aluminum, anodized aluminum, rubber (silicone), ink, paper, adhesive
 Inventory Number A19680400000 Credit Line Transferred from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration through McDonnell Aircraft Corp. Data Source National Air and Space Museum Restrictions & Rights Usage conditions apply
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