Object Details
Summary
This hatch closing lanyard, flown on Gemini XII, November 11-15, 1966, was used with the hatch closing device, and allowed the astronaut at the conclusion of an EVA, extravehicular activity or "spacewalk," to pull down the hatch. Commanded by Jim Lovell and piloted by Edwin "Buzz" Aldrin, Gemini XII was launched on a 4-day, 59-orbit mission. Highlights included 3 extra-vehicular activities (EVAs) by Aldrin, 5 hours 30 minutes total. Aldrin made extensive use of handholds and footholds to prevent unwanted movement during his tasks, and his techniques were an important milestone toward effective astronaut use of EVA.
NASA transferred this device to the Smithsonian with the Gemini XII spacecraft in 1968.
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Credit Line
Transferred from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Inventory Number
A19680265034
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
Type
EQUIPMENT-Miscellaneous
Materials
Nylon
Synthetic Fabric
Steel
Anodized Aluminum
Paint
Velcro
Dimensions
3-D: 78.7 x 6 x 3.8cm (31 x 2 3/8 x 1 1/2 in.)
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_A19680265034