The Apollo Command Module heat shield was manufactured following several steps: beginning with the substrate material, several coatings, a honeycomb supporting structure, a cell-by-cell filling with resin, and subsequent coatings and curing. This finished heat shield sample was found in the National Air and Space Museum collection.
Display Status
This object is on display in Human Spaceflight at the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, VA.
Object Details
Country of Origin
United States of America
Type
SPACECRAFT-Crewed-Parts & Structural Components
Dimensions
Overall: 1 1/4 in. tall x 1 1/4 in. wide x 1 3/4 in. deep (3.2 x 3.2 x 4.4cm)
Materials
Base: Aluminum honeycomb
Inventory Number
A20010324001
Credit Line
Found in Collection. Donor Unknown at this Time. Found on NASM Premises.
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
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