This is an unencapsulated Vanguard/Explorer II/III Deck E with a seven stage scaler. It shows the way the components were laid out.These are components from a payload inventory originally intended for the University of Iowa package to be flown on Vanguard and the early Explorer satellites. This was in George Ludwig's possession since it was built in the late 1950s. Donated by Dr. George Ludwig in 2006.
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
Dimensions
3-D: 13.3 × 13.3 × 0.6cm (5 1/4 × 5 1/4 × 1/4 in.)
Materials
Plastic
Coating
Synthetic
Unknown Metal
Inventory Number
A20060086015
Credit Line
Designed and Donated by Dr. George H. Ludwig.
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
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