Object Details
Manufacturer
RCA
Summary
The Apollo 15, 16, qnd 17 missions, beginning in July 1971 and ending in December 1972, included the use of a rover, which allowed astronautes to explore a much larger region of the Moon from their base at the Lunar Module. A communications system facilitated communications to and from the Rover. This antenna, in its furled, stowed configuration, was part of that system. It is unflown, and NASA transferred it to the Museum in 1975.
Inventory Number
A19761822002
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
Type
EQUIPMENT-Electronics
Materials
Phenolic Resin, Aluminized Kapton, Kapton (Polymide), Nylon, Rubber (silicone), Paint, Aluminum, Stainless Steel, Velcro, Foam, Gold Plating, Teflon, Polyurethane
Dimensions
Storage (Rehoused on an aluminum pallet with two other objects): 123.2 × 122.6 × 86.4cm, 117.9kg (48 1/2 × 48 1/4 × 34 in., 260lb.)
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_A19761822002