Object Details
Manufacturer
Bendix Aerospace Systems
Summary
The Apollo Lunar Surface Experiment Package (ALSEP) was a collection of scientific instruments stowed on a pallet during transport to the lunar surface. During EVA, the astronauts deployed the instruments on the lunar surface. Each experiment was electrically connected to the Central Station of the ALSEP. An antenna on the Central Station allowed communication with Earth.
This particular artifact has a white cylindrical Passive Seismic Experiment, a Solar Wind Experiment and the Central Station, all undeployed. The experiments varied for each Apollo mission. This package was used by Apollo 15 astronauts for Earth-based EVA training and was transferred to NASM in 1975.
Credit Line
Transferred from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Inventory Number
A19750022000
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
Type
EQUIPMENT-Lunar
Materials
Overall: steel, aluminum, velcro, synthetic fabrics
Dimensions
Overall: 27 in. tall x 29 in. wide x 22 in. deep (68.6 x 73.7 x 55.9cm)
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_A19750022000