Object Details
Manufacturer
Northrop Ventura
Summary
This drogue parachute was used to stablize the Gemini X spacecraft before it deployed its main parachute and landed in the ocean at the conclusion of its mission. Gemini X was launched on July 18, 1966, for a 3-day mission. Commander John Young and pilot Michael Collins orbited the Earth 43 times. On the third orbit, Gemini X made a successful rendezvous and docking with the Agena 10 target. After undocking with Agena 10, the Gemini crew rendezvoused with Agena 8 without the use of radar. During the second of two spacewalks (EVAs),Collins used a hand-held maneuvering unit to fly to Agena 8, where he recovered a scientific package. Gemini X marked the first flight to rendezvous with two different target vehicles and it provided valuable EVA experience.
NASA transferred this parachute to the Smithsonian with the spacecraft in 1967.
Credit Line
Transferred from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Inventory Number
A19680272002
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
Type
EQUIPMENT-Parachutes
Materials
Ripstop nylon, Nylon, Synthetic fabric, Aluminum, Brass, Steel, Paint, Plastic
Dimensions
Storage (Rehoused in PSC with one additional object): 90.7kg, 123.2 × 115.6 × 89.5cm (200lb., 48 1/2 × 45 1/2 × 35 1/4 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_A19680272002