This Apollo Command Module heat transfer model was part of a larger grouping built and used for wind tunnel testing conducted in the development stage of the Apollo program. The testing was to observe and measure the aerodynamic and heat transfer properties of the module at launch and reentry.
NASA transferred the model to the Smithsonaian in 1971.
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
MODELS-Wind Tunnel
Dimensions
3-D (Case): 101.6 x 46 x 15.6cm (40 x 18 1/8 x 6 1/8 in.)
Materials
Steel
Copper Alloy
Synthetic Fabric
HAZMAT: Cadmium Plating
Aluminum
Paper
Adhesive
Inventory Number
A19720941000
Credit Line
Transferred from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, Manned Spacecraft Center
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
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