Object Details
Manufacturer
Whirlpool Corporation
Summary
This personal shaver, designed for NASA by the Whirlpool Corporation, was deisgned for use by the astronauts during the Apollo missions, though was never used during flight. Personal hygiene was an important part of the astronaut's health and well being, and the shaver was designed to work without batteries or an electrical outlet. The collection bag attached to the shaver was designed to prevent small particles from dispersing throughout the spacecraft.
Transferred to the National Air and Space Museum from NASA in 1979
Credit Line
Transferred from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Inventory Number
A19790636000
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
Type
PERSONAL EQUIPMENT-Hygiene & Waste Management
Materials
Body: Plastic, aluminum
Collector bag: Nylon
Dimensions
Overall: 5 in. wide x 3 in. tall x 3 in. deep (12.7 x 7.62 x 7.62cm)
Country of Origin
United States of America
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National Air and Space Museum Collection
Location
Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, VA
Exhibit Station
Human Spaceflight
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Link to Original Record
Record ID
nasm_A19790636000