Object Details
Manufacturer
Honeywell
Other
McDonnell Aircraft
Summary
This device, made by Honeywell, is part of the guidance system for the Gemini spacecraft. Project Gemini explored the ability of a spacercraft to change its orbit, and to rendezvous with other spacecraft.. Therefore it required an intertial guidance system to allow such capabilities.
This component of the guidance system contained three gyroscopes and three pendulous accelerometers, mounted on a four-gimbal structure. These maintained a fixed attitude regardless of the position of the spacecraft. This specimen is probably unflown.
Transferred from NASA to the Museum in 1977.
Credit Line
Transfer from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Inventory Number
A19770604000
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
Type
INSTRUMENTS-Navigational
Materials
Aluminum, Glass, Plastic, Paint, steel, Brass, copper, Rubber (Silicone), Phenolic Resin, Epoxy, , Cadmium Plating
Dimensions
3-D: 33 x 31.8 x 25.4cm, 16kg (13 x 12 1/2 x 10 in., 35 5/16lb.)
Country of Origin
United States of America
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Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Link to Original Record
Record ID
nasm_A19770604000