Object Details
Manufacturer
National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Summary
This unique camera bracket was modified for airglow horizon photography (Experiment S011) during the Gemini XI mission in September 1966. To obtain preferable angles for the photographs, NASA created this bracket for this particular experiment, though it created a need to modify their normal pointing of the spacecraft for such photographs using a trial-and-error method for the highest altitude images.
NASA transferred this bracket to the Museum in 1971 with other Gemini camera equipment.
Credit Line
Transferred from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Inventory Number
A19790417000
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
Type
EQUIPMENT-Photographic
Materials
Aluminum, Stainless Steel, Anodized Aluminum, Steel, Plastic, Nylon Webbing, Brass, Paint, Ink, Cadmium
Dimensions
Overall: 31.12 x 13.97 x 10.16cm (1ft 1/4in. x 5 1/2in. x 4in.)
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_A19790417000