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This right-hand window shade was used by the pilot of Gemini XII, Edwin “Buzz” Aldrin, to shade the cockpit during sleep periods. He flew with command pilot James Lovell. Gemini XII was launched on November 11, 1966, for a 4-day, 59-orbit mission. Highlights included 3 extra-vehicular activities (EVAs) by Aldrin, 5 hours 30 minutes total. Aldrin made extensive use of handholds and footholds to prevent unwanted movement during his tasks, and his techniques were an important milestone toward effective astronaut use of EVA.

NASA transferred the Gemini XII spacecraft to the Smithsonian in 1968.

 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 SPACECRAFT-Crewed-Parts & Structural Components Dimensions Overall: 1/2 x 7 1/2 x 14 1/4in. (1.3 x 19.1 x 36.2cm)
Other (Current Condition): 1 1/4in. x 8in. x 1ft 2 3/8in. (3.18 x 20.32 x 36.51cm)
 Materials Plastic
Anodized Aluminum
Velcro
Paper
Copper
Adhesive
Ink
Paint
 Inventory Number A19680265050 Credit Line Transferred from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration Data Source National Air and Space Museum Restrictions & Rights Usage conditions apply
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