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Pieces of neoprene were included in survival rucksacks as protectors, and would have been used to protect the astronaut's hands while pulling fishing line for example, or as padding for equipment.
This piece of neoprene was not flown. It was transferred from NASA to the Smithsonian in 1978.
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-Survival
Dimensions
3-D: 11.4 x 0.6 x 11.4cm (4 1/2 x 1/4 x 4 1/2 in.) Materials
Overall: Neoprene Inventory Number
A19782008021
Credit Line
Transferred from NASA, Johnson Space Center.
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
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