Object Details
Astronaut
Buzz Aldrin
Manufacturer
Unknown
Summary
This is a communicaitons system eartube, universally shaped for use by astronaut but assigned for Apollo 11 to astronaut Buzz Aldrin. It allowed him to easily and comfortably hear transmissions from Mission Control during the mission while he was in the command module. When in use, they connected to the earphone of the lightweight headset. When not in use, they could be stored in the pocket of Aldrin's inflight coverall garment.
NASA transferred these eartubes to the Museum in 1970 with other Apollo 11 equipment.
Credit Line
Transferred from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Inventory Number
A19791575000
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
Type
PERSONAL EQUIPMENT-Communications Gear
Materials
Rubber
Plastic
Dimensions
Other (With Plastic Endpiece): 30.48 x 1.91cm (1ft x 3/4in.)
Other (Without Plastic Endpiece): 29.21 x 1.91cm (11 1/2in. x 3/4in.)
Country of Origin
United States of America
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National Air and Space Museum Collection
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Link to Original Record
Record ID
nasm_A19791575000
