This probe is part of the test equipment kit from the backup Skylab orbital workshop that is displayed in the Museum. The air velocity meter probe (velometer probe) could be attached to a velometer (A19761814000), also in the kit, to measure airflow.
Skylab was a U.S. space station launched into low Earth orbit in May 1973. Three different three-man crews occupied the orbital laboratory until February 1974. Skylab was equipped with several tool kits and devices for in-flight maintenance tasks, as well as scientific instruments for a variety of research projects.
The three-drawer container of testing equipment, made by McDonnell Douglas, was transferred to the Smithsonian with the backup Skylab Orbital Workshop in December 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
INSTRUMENTS-Scientific
Manufacturer
McDonnell Douglas Astronautics Co.
Dimensions
3-D: 80.6 x 4.1 x 0.6cm (31 3/4 x 1 5/8 x 1/4 in.)
Materials
Stainless Steel
Aluminum
Plastic
Beta Cloth
Rubber
Adhesive
Copper alloy
Inventory Number
A20110453002
Credit Line
Transferred from NASA, Marshall Space Flight Center
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Restrictions & Rights
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