This neck dam was worn by astronaut Alan B. Shepard, Jr., Commander of the Apollo 14 mission that occured in January 1971. The neck dam sealed the spacesuit at the neck to provide extra flotation and greater in-water comfort/ thermal protection in a rescue emergency.
NASA transferred this neck dam to the museum after the Apollo 14 mission.
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-Accessories
Manufacturer
ILC Industries Inc.
Dimensions
3-D: 28.6 x 24.1 x 2.5cm (11 1/4 x 9 1/2 x 1 in.)
Materials
Overall: Rubber/Neoprene compound
Neck disconnect: Stainless steel, steel
Inventory Number
A19720597000
Credit Line
Transferred from NASA Johnson Space Center
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
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