Object Details
Manufacturer
NASA Manned Spacecraft Center
Summary
On Gemini 10, Michael Collins and John Young used a color patch kit to give scientists a known set of colors to compare with those seen in space. This pole attached to a square piece of metal with a set of four colors. The patches could be photographed to determine if the camera or anything in space changed color perception. The actual experiment used in space did not return and the Museum's collection includes two back-up units, of which this is one.
NASA transferred this experiment to the Museum in 1976.
Credit Line
Transferred from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Inventory Number
A19761794006
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
Type
EQUIPMENT-Photographic
Materials
metal, elastic
Dimensions
Overall: 1.91 x 92.23cm (3/4in. x 3ft 5/16in.)
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
Link to Original Record
Record ID
nasm_A19761794006