This urine transfer assembly was intended to be part of the waste containment system of the Apollo spacecraft but was never used on a mission. Astronauts urinated through a rubberized roll-on cuff attached to the cylindrical metal intake valve. The bag was emptied of urine by connecting a hose from the spacecraft to the opposite end of the metal valve from the roll-on cuff. The system collected urine in a tank, which was routinely vented into space.
NASA transferred this urine transfer assembly to the Smithsonian in 1976.
Display Status
This object is on display in Destination Moon at the National Air and Space Museum in Washington, DC.
Object Details
Country of Origin
United States of America
Type
PERSONAL EQUIPMENT-Hygiene & Waste Management
Manufacturer
Whirlpool Corporation
Dimensions
Approximate: 6.35 x 25.4 x 22.86cm (2 1/2in. x 10in. x 9in.)
Materials
rubberized fabric, metal
Inventory Number
A19790838000
Credit Line
Transferred from NASA
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
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