Object Details
Manufacturer
J. A. Maurer, Inc.
Summary
Maurer data acquisition cameras, used to document technical aspects of missions, were powered by batteries like this one - used only for crew training - during lunar missions outside the lunar module. Astronauts used the motion picture camera with its large battery while exploring the lunar surface on their lunar roving vehicle. The moving images were later viewed back on Earth to determine how well the equipment worked and how mission requirements were accomplished.
This battery was transferred from NASA to the Museum in 1975.
Credit Line
Transferred from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Inventory Number
A19760737002
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
Type
EQUIPMENT-Photographic
Materials
metal, wire, plastic
Dimensions
Overall: 2 1/4 in. tall x 6 1/4 in. wide x 4 1/2 in. long
Country of Origin
United States of America
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National Air and Space Museum Collection
Location
Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, VA
Hangar
James S. McDonnell Space Hangar
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Link to Original Record
Record ID
nasm_A19760737002