This is a cutaway model of uknown scale of the upper stage of the Mars Electric Launch Vehicle. It was investigated by NASA in the 1960s and 1970s as one of several possible lauch vehicles that could be used in a crewed mission to Mars. However, it was never built.
NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center built the model and transferred it to the Museum in 1975.
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-Missiles & Rockets
Manufacturer
NASA Marshall Space Flight Center
Dimensions
Overall: 45.7 x 10.2cm (18 x 4 in.)
Materials
Fiberboard, Plastic, Paint, Brass, Steel, Adhesive
Inventory Number
A19760105000
Credit Line
Transferred from Marshall Space Flight Center
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
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