Each Apollo spacecraft was equipped with a set of survival rucksacks. The contents were to be used in the event of an emergency landing in remote areas of the world. These sunglasses were part of the survival rucksack used in training. They are made of ultra-violet filtering plastic and yellow coated nylon. The fabric is soft so that it could be worn close to the head, providing the astronauts with the maximum amount of eye protection. An elastic strap secured them in place.
These sunglasses 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
Manufacturer
NASA Manned Spacecraft Center, Crew Systems Division
Dimensions
3-D: 26.7 x 5.7 x 0.6cm (10 1/2 x 2 1/4 x 1/4 in.)
Materials
Synthetic Fabric
Plastic
Velcro
Elastic
Ink
Inventory Number
A19781895000
Credit Line
Transferred from NASA, Johnson Space Center.
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Restrictions & Rights
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