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This microphone is one of a pair installed as part of the communications equipment in the G4-C Helmet worn by Neil Armstrong during his Gemini 8 mission in March 1966. It was installed on the interior, right side of the helmet, with a matching microphone to the left. They could be maneuvered slightly for comfort and function.
Transferred to the National Air and Space Museum from NASA - Manned Spacecraft Center in 1968
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-Helmets & Headwear
Astronaut
Neil A. Armstrong Dimensions
3-D: 8.9 x 3.8 x 1.3cm (3 1/2 x 1 1/2 x 1/2 in.) Materials
Plastic
Paint
Anodized Aluminum
Steel Inventory Number
A19680455004
Credit Line
Transferred from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
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