Pouch, Film Magazine, Maurer 70mm, Gemini X

Object Details

Manufacturer
McDonnell Aircraft Corp.
Summary
Zippered pouches like these ones allowed astronauts to secure equipment inside the spacecraft during the mission. According to the printing on this pouch, it was used to store film magazines for the Maurer 70mm camera during Gemini X. In the weightless and cramped confines of an orbiting spacecraft, small objects need secure locations so as not to hinder the work of the astronauts when not being used. NASA also used Velcro on small items for short term attachment to the inside of the spacecraft.
NASA transferred this pouch to the Museum in 1968.
Country of Origin
United States of America
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Credit Line
Transferred from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration through McDonnell Aircraft Corp.
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Inventory Number
A19680362001
Type
EQUIPMENT-Photographic
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
Materials
Vinyl, Synthetic Fabric, Nylon Webbing, Plastic, Velcro, Ink, Brass
Dimensions
3-D: 15.9 x 7 x 27cm (6 1/4 x 2 3/4 x 10 5/8 in.)
GUID
http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/nv914cd73e4-8ef6-4483-ae24-8418bdb9cf40
Record ID
nasm_A19680362001
Grey vinyl quilted pouch; with zipper