Object Details
Manufacturer
Airesearch Mfg. Co.
Astronaut
Edward H. White, II
Summary
This Hand-Held Maneuvering Unit was used by Edward White III on his historic "walk in space" on June 3, 1965.
It is constructed of aluminium and stainless steel, with three small rocket nozzles, two of which are located on extenders, permitting the astronaut to move his body to the right or left, or gently forward. There is a rocker switch incorporated into the handle for the operation of the nozzles, and two oxygen tanks under 3400 psi of pressure for fuel.
The unit was manufactured by Airesearch Manufacturing Company and transferred to the National Air and Space Museum in 1967.
Credit Line
Transferred from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Inventory Number
A19670211000
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
Type
EQUIPMENT-EVA Devices
Materials
Anodized Aluminum, Aluminum, Steel, Fiberglass, Copper, Velcro, Nylon, Adhesive
Dimensions
Overall: 2ft 8in. x 1ft 2in. x 9in. x 2in., 6.8lb. (81.28 x 35.56 x 22.9 x 5.1cm, 3.1kg)
Folded: 17" x 10" x 3"
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_A19670211000
