Window, Gemini IX

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Object Details

Manufacturer

Corning Glass Works

Summary

This is the window for the right hand hatch of the Gemini IX capsule, which flew in space in June 1966. The window's outer glass assembly had a single pane and the inner glass assembly had two panes. All three panes in the right hand hatch window were optically ground for better resolution. Corning Glass made the panes of Vycor, which was 96% silica.

McDonnell Aircraft donated them to NASM in 1969.

Credit Line

Gift of McDonnell Aircraft

Inventory Number

A19731053000

Restrictions & Rights

Usage conditions apply

Type

SPACECRAFT-Crewed-Parts & Structural Components

Materials

Phenolic Resin, Aluminum, Rubber (Silicone), Plastic

Dimensions

Overall: 27.94 x 3.81 x 46.99cm (11in. x 1 1/2in. x 1ft 6 1/2in.)

Country of Origin

United States of America

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Data Source

National Air and Space Museum

Metadata Usage

Not determined

Link to Original Record

http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/nv985d04c32-ab4e-41ad-bcd9-104f59957656

Record ID

nasm_A19731053000