Object Details
Manufacturer
MIT Instrumentation Laboratory
Summary
The Lunar Traverse Gravimeter was designed to measure the Moon's gravitational field using a precise accelerometer. While on the Moon, astronauts would move the device to different locations and take readings of the graviational force. The device was covered by a blanket to minimize temperature fluctuations.
This artifact is an unflown example of the blanket, for a Gravimeter that was flown on at least one Apollo mission.
Donated by the Charles Stark Draper Laboratories.
Credit Line
Gift of the Charles Stark Draper Laboratory, Inc.
Inventory Number
A20020364000
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
Type
EQUIPMENT-Lunar
Materials
Cloth of unknown material
Dimensions
Approximate: 60.96 x 30.48 x 30.48cm (2ft x 1ft x 1ft)
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_A20020364000