Handling Fixture, DSKY, Apollo Guidance Computer

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Object Details

Manufacturer

Raytheon Corp.

Summary

This device, made by Raytheon, was attached to an Apollo Guidance Computer Display Keyboard (DSKY), to allow for safe handling of the DSKY it when it was removed from the spacecraft. The fixture was removed before flight.

NASA transferred this to the Museum in 1977.

Credit Line

Transferred from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration

Inventory Number

A19770219001

Restrictions & Rights

Usage conditions apply

Type

SPACECRAFT-Crewed-Guidance & Control

Materials

Metal frame, wire cage

Dimensions

3-D: 30.5 x 20.3 x 25.4cm (12 x 8 x 10 in.)

Country of Origin

United States of America

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Data Source

National Air and Space Museum

Metadata Usage

Not determined

Link to Original Record

http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/nv9d4948059-7dd5-40ed-87de-d10ba9717b5f

Record ID

nasm_A19770219001