This urine transfer assembly flew on Skylab 3 in 1973 as part of the waste containment system of the spacecraft. Astronauts urinated through the rubberized roll-on cuff, and the bag was emptied of urine by connecting a hose from the spacecraft to the small black and gold connector. 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 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
PERSONAL EQUIPMENT-Hygiene & Waste Management
Manufacturer
Hamilton Standard
Dimensions
Approximate: 4.45 x 34.29 x 40.64cm (1 3/4in. x 1ft 1 1/2in. x 1ft 4in.)
Materials
Polyeurethane coated fabric, rubber/neoprene, latex, aluminumaluminum,
Inventory Number
A19770902000
Credit Line
Transferred from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Restrictions & Rights
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