This holder was flown on the Apollo 11 Command Module and was returned with unused ampules following the mission. During the extended periods of the lunar missions, clean drinking water for the astronauts was of paramount importance. Contamination was prevented by chlorinating and buffering water generated by fuel cells located in the Service Module. Chemicals were added from small ampules that fit into an injection needle system. Before use, these ampules were stored in a specially manufactured cloth holder.
NASA transferred this holder to the Smithsonian along with the rest of the contents of the Command Module in 1970.
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-Life Support
Manufacturer
Unknown
Dimensions
3-D (Unfolded): 33.7 x 19.7 x 3.8cm (13 1/4 x 7 3/4 x 1 1/2 in.)
Materials
Beta cloth, plated stainless steel, natural canvas, adhesive, ink
Inventory Number
A19791726000
Credit Line
Transferred from the NASA - Johnson Space Center
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
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