Adapter, Docking Target, Apollo 11

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Object Details

Summary

The lunar module active docking target is a collapsible target which is mounted in the right Command Module rendezvous window for use of the astronauts in the Lunar Module during rendezvous operations. This adapter support strut is removable, fits into a slot in the base of the docking target, and is stowed separately and attached to the target prior to installation in the spacecraft window. It was flown and used during the Apollo 11 mission and transferred to the Smithsonian in 1970.

Credit Line

Transferred from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration

Inventory Number

A19791644000

Restrictions & Rights

Usage conditions apply

Type

EQUIPMENT-Miscellaneous

Materials

Aluminum

Paint

Rubber

Dimensions

3-D: 21 x 9.2 x 0.4cm (8 1/4 x 3 5/8 x 3/16 in.)

Country of Origin

United States of America

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Data Source

National Air and Space Museum

Metadata Usage

Not determined

Link to Original Record

http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/nv99f6b677a-dc33-4f06-b5e3-7577a64ffa7d

Record ID

nasm_A19791644000