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Satellite, ERS-17, Mock-up

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    Object Details

    Manufacturer

    TRW Space & Technology Group

    Summary

    Demonstration model of one of the Environmental Research Satellites built by TRW Space Vehicles Division for the Department of Defense. Two of the silicon solar cell covered sides have been replaced by plastic panels to display the instruments inside the satellite . The prototype was donated to NASM by TRW in April 1975. The TRS/ERS series of spacecraft were developed in the early years of the space program.

    Credit Line

    Gift of the TRW Space and Technology Group

    Inventory Number

    A19761800000

    Restrictions & Rights

    Usage conditions apply

    Type

    MODELS-Uncrewed Spacecraft & Parts

    Materials

    Mixed metals, electronics, clear plastics

    Dimensions

    Overall: 20 in. tall x 12 in. wide (50.8 x 30.5cm)

    Country of Origin

    United States of America

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    National Air and Space Museum Collection

    Data Source

    National Air and Space Museum

    Metadata Usage

    Not determined

    Link to Original Record

    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/nv9d501fe60-f676-405f-9a35-27365ef0b781

    Record ID

    nasm_A19761800000

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