Object Details
Astronaut
Edward H. White, II
Manufacturer
NASA Manned Spacecraft Center
Summary
This chest pack ventilation control module was designed to be used by astronaut Edward White during the Gemini IV mission.
The chest pack was the central component of the Extra-vehicular Life Support System (ELSS). It supplied oxygen from the spacecraft umbilical or from the backpack at normal rates of 5.1 or 7.8 lbs per hour. This supply was mixed with the secondary ventilation gas, and was then supplied to the suit for cooling and CO2 wash-out.
NASA transferred this to the museum after the end of the Gemini program.
Credit Line
Transferred from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Inventory Number
A19670213000
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
Type
PERSONAL EQUIPMENT-Life Support
Materials
Fiberglass, Aluminum, Steel, Synthetic fabric, Velcro, Paint, Plastic, Glass, Adhesive
Case: Steel, Velcro
Connestors: Nylon-covered hose with aluminium fittings
Switches and other fittings: Aluminium
Dimensions
Overall: 34.3cm × 26cm × 9.5cm, 3.6kg (1 ft. 1.5 in. × 10.3 in. × 3.8 in., 8lb.)
Country of Origin
United States of America
See more items in
National Air and Space Museum Collection
Location
National Air and Space Museum in Washington, DC
Exhibition
Destination Moon
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Link to Original Record
Record ID
nasm_A19670213000
