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
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