Object Details
Designer
Alfred Mann, USA
Manufacturer
Pacesetter Systems, Inc.
Summary
This is a demonstration unit of a rechargeable pacemaker developed at the Johns Hopkins University under grants from several Federal agencies, including NASA. The unit includes micro-miniaturized electronics and rechargeable nickel-cadmium batteries among other technologies that were refined during the first decades of spaceflight. These technologies were essential for developing sophisticated scientific packages for space and NASA actively sought out companies that would apply the hardware and skills to Earth applications.
Pacesetter Systems, Inc. donated this unit to the Museum in 1976.
Credit Line
Gift of Pacesetter Systems, Inc.
Inventory Number
A19761847000
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
Type
EQUIPMENT-Medical
Materials
Stainless steel casing with aluminum parts and wires and plastic components
Dimensions
3-D: 3.8 x 0.6 x 2.5cm (1 1/2 x 1/4 x 1 in.)
Country of Origin
United States of America
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Location
Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, VA
Exhibit Station
Space Science
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Link to Original Record
Record ID
nasm_A19761847000