Object Details
Manufacturer
Avco Corportation
Summary
The steps in the Apollo Command Module heat shield manufacturing process are illustrated in this demonstration sample provided to the Smithsonian by its manufacturer. The model shows the various production stages, beginning at the right with the substrate material, several coatings, a honeycomb supporting structure, a cell-by-cell filling with resin, and subsequent coatings and curing.
The model, along with a sample of actual heatshield, were provided to the Smithsonian in 1975.
Credit Line
Gift of AVCO Corporation, Systems Division
Inventory Number
A19751420000
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
Type
SPACECRAFT-Crewed-Parts & Structural Components
Materials
Stainless steel, Fiberglas, phenolic resin (Avcoat 5026-39), various coatings
Fiberglass
Dimensions
Overall: 1 ft. 6 in. × 2.5 in. × 4 ft., 34 9/16lb. (45.7cm × 6.4cm × 1 m 21.9cm, 15.7kg)
Country of Origin
United States of America
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National Air and Space Museum Collection
Location
National Air and Space Museum in Washington, DC
Exhibition
Destination Moon
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Link to Original Record
Record ID
nasm_A19751420000