Object Details
Manufacturer
McDonnell Douglas Astronautics Co.
Summary
Skylab was launched into low Earth orbit in May 1973 and occupied until February 1974 by three-man crews on three different missions. Several onboard tool kits contained a variety of tools and supplies for basic repairs and maintenance tasks that the astronauts might need to do while in space. This item is a duplicate tool kit from the backup Skylab orbital workshop displayed in the Museum.
Credit Line
Transferred from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Inventory Number
A19761760000
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
Type
EQUIPMENT-Tools
Materials
Metal
Dimensions
3-D: 39.4 x 24.8 x 28.6cm (15 1/2 x 9 3/4 x 11 1/4 in.)
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
Exhibit Station
Human Spaceflight
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Link to Original Record
Record ID
nasm_A19761760000