Mercury spacecraft were fitted with a periscope similar to this device, made by Perkin Elmer, which allowed the astronaut to make precise observations of the Earth below. The scope had a removable filter, and two magnification settings. This is an unflown specimen.
Transferred from NASA to the Museum in 1977.
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
Perkin-Elmer Corporation
Dimensions
3-D (Storage Crate, Overall): 90.2 × 50.8 × 55.2cm (2 ft. 11 1/2 in. × 1 ft. 8 in. × 1 ft. 9 3/4 in.)
Materials
Magnesium
Non-Magnetic Metals (Aluminum)
Ferrous Alloy (possibly steel)
Glass
Paint
Plastic
Rubber (Possible Silicone)
Inventory Number
A19770561000
Credit Line
Transferred from National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Restrictions & Rights
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