This is an unflown example of the Stable Platform used to guide the Saturn V rockets, which launched missions to the moon and to Earth orbit between 1967 and 1975.
Markings on the device indicate that it was modified twice, in February 1973 and again in April, 1974, as Saturn flights were coming to an end. It therefore represents a very late version of the design.
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-Guidance & Control
Manufacturer
Bendix Aviation Corp., Eclipse-Pioneer Division
Dimensions
3-D: 53.3cm, 63.5kg (21 in., 140lb.)
Materials
Aluminum, Adhesive, Paper, Plastic, Mylar (Polyester), Gold Plating, Steel, Glass, Paint, Acrylic (Plexiglas),
Stainless Steel, Brass, Beryllium
Inventory Number
A20060144000
Credit Line
Gift of Honeywell International, Inc.
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
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