Model, Wind-Tunnel, Apollo Command Module

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Object Details

Summary

This wind-tunnel model was constructed to test the wind resistance of the Apollo Command Module. It is constructed of steel, weighs approximately 35 lbs, and shows the electrical wires used to gather the desired information.

Transferred from NASA - Manned Spacecraft Center in July 1971.

Credit Line

Transferred from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, Manned Spacecraft Center

Inventory Number

A19720943000

Restrictions & Rights

Usage conditions apply

Type

MODELS-Wind Tunnel

Materials

Overall: Steel

Dimensions

3-D: 116.8 x 33cm (46 x 13 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

Hangar

James S. McDonnell Space Hangar

Data Source

National Air and Space Museum

Metadata Usage

Not determined

Link to Original Record

http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/nv9d63cc11d-9803-48cd-9cc6-5b341312b2de

Record ID

nasm_A19720943000