Object Details
Manufacturer
J. A. Maurer, Inc.
Summary
The last four Gemini missions carried this Maurer 70mm camera onboard for a variety of scientific photography objectives. It has a sighting ring attached to the top that helped increase aiming accuracy, while the type of glass in the lens decreased interference from light rays. The equipment available for these experiments was extensive and included lenses of different focal lengths, special filters, and extra film magazines, which increased the types and amount of photographic work astronauts could do in space.
NASA transferred this camera to the Museum in 1976.
Credit Line
Transferred from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Inventory Number
A19761794000
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
Type
EQUIPMENT-Photographic
Materials
metal, plastic, glass
Dimensions
Overall: 15.88 cm tall x 17.78 cm wide x 12.7 cm deep (6 1/4in. x 7in. x 5in.)
Country of Origin
United States of America
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National Air and Space Museum Collection
Location
Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, VA
Hangar
James S. McDonnell Space Hangar
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Link to Original Record
Record ID
nasm_A19761794000