Pouches and containers like this one were necessary items for storing equipment for spaceflight. This pouch was used to store an EVA camera bracket and extension cord.
During launch, equipment such as cameras, lenses, and other experiments could not be loose inside the spacecraft as they could break or fly around and injure the astronauts. To prevent this, they were packaged inside containers and carefully stowed. When not in use during the mission, they were secured with lanyards, Velcro, or in containers to stay out of the way of astronauts as they worked in the small space of the cabin.
NASA transferred this object through the McDonnell Aircraft Corporation to the Museum in 1967.
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
EQUIPMENT-Photographic
Manufacturer
McDonnell Aircraft Corp.
Dimensions
3-D: 25.4 x 20.3 x 4.4cm (10 x 8 x 1 3/4 in.)
Materials
Vinyl, nylon webbing, plastic, adhesive, Velcro, synthetic fabric, brass, ink
Inventory Number
A19680363000
Credit Line
Transferred from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration through McDonnell Aircraft Corp.
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
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