Object Details
Manufacturer
Pacific Plantronics, Inc.
Summary
This communications carrier was used by an unknown astronaut during training sessions prior to the Apollo missions of the late 1960s and early 1970s. Communications carriers were worn during launch and the mission, and were affectionately known as the "Snoopy Cap" from its resemblance to a famous cartoon character of the era.
It was constructed of an elastic center portion with Teflon fabric sides containing the communications equipment and mouthpiece. It fastened beneath the chin and was worn through the launch sequence and while in the lunar module and on the lunar surface.
NASA transferred this communications carrier to the Smithsonian in 1977.
Credit Line
Transferred from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Inventory Number
A19770330000
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
Type
PERSONAL EQUIPMENT-Communications Gear
Materials
Nylon, Foam, Plastic, Aluminum, Cadmium Coating, Brass
Dimensions
Approximate (On storage mount): 22.9 x 24.1 x 30.5cm (9 x 9 1/2 x 12 in.)
Approximate (Of detached foam earpiece): 1 x 7 x 9.5cm (3/8 x 2 3/4 x 3 3/4 in.)
Country of Origin
United States of America
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National Air and Space Museum Collection
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Link to Original Record
Record ID
nasm_A19770330000