Backboard, Contour, Gemini 9

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Object Details

Summary

This is a cushion to support the back of a Gemini astronaut while in his capsule seat. Made of plastic and foam, these cushions were contoured to fit each individual astronaut and were attached to the front of the backboard assembly. This cushion was not flown and was thus used solely for training purposes. Its manfacturer is unknown.

The National Aeronautics and Space Administration transferred the cushion to NASM in 1970.

Credit Line

Transferred from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration

Inventory Number

A19720484000

Restrictions & Rights

Usage conditions apply

Type

SPACECRAFT-Crewed-Parts & Structural Components

Materials

Foam

Resin

Fiberglass

Paint

Synthetic Fabric

Velcro

Dimensions

20" x 15 3/4" x 5 1/8"

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/nv98d9a0d8a-95ef-45fe-8835-185997def92d

Record ID

nasm_A19720484000