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Spacecraft engineers utilize wind tunnels to test prospective spacecraft and engine parts which enable them to measure how the simulated forces impact the aircraft components. Below is a recent realized price for a CIAM NASA wind tunnel test model. We at Nate D. Sanders Auctions can obtain up to this amount or more for you:
CIAM NASA Wind Tunnel Test Model. Sold for Over $10,000.
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Apollo 13 Flown Instrument Cover & Omega Velcro Watch Strap From Jack Swigert’s Estate
Lot of two items from Jack Swigert’s estate. First item is an Apollo 13 flown instrument cover, measuring 1.75″ in diameter, made of a stainless steel disc with an articulated ring at center. Above and below the ring are codes printed in black that read, ”P/NSEB33100063-301 / S/N1017 ASSY.” A small square of velcro is affixed to verso at center, certainly to secure cover in place in the weightless environment of space. Lot also includes Swigert’s NASA issued Omega velcro watch strap, worn by Swigert over his space suit, and likely space flown. Velcro strap with metal fastener is imprinted with code numbers ”P/N SEB12100030-202 / S/N 1067”. Measures 22” in length. Some dulling and superficial marks to lid and soiling to velcro strap. Near fine overall. With an LOA from the estate of Jack Swigert. Sold for $13,920.
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Model Vanguard 1 satellite from the Navy Research Laboratory, the firm that built the satellites of Project Vanguard. Vanguard 1 was launched on 17 March 1958, shortly after the Soviet launch of Sputnik kicked off the Space Race. The United State’s first successful satellite launch after Explorer, Vanguard 1 remains in orbit today, holding the record for longest-orbiting satellite made by man. Model satellite features a spherical shell, with one half made of metal and the other half rendered in clear plastic to reveal the mechanics within. Secured at the center, a clear cylinder which contains seven numbered layers of colored sponges represents the hermetically sealed mercury cell battery container and radio transmitter machinery used in the space-bound version. Wires connect the payload to six terminals on the exterior that represent the six solar cell clusters by which the satellite was powered as the first ever satellite to employ solar power. With a 22” diameter, model satellite is much larger in scale than its counterpart in orbit, which was nicknamed by Kruschev the ”grapefruit satellite” for its petite size. Model is mounted to a 2” tall transparent base that contains a plaque reading in full, ”Full Scale Model / Scientific Earth Satellite / Designed and Built by Project Vanguard / US Naval Research Laboratory / Washington D.C.” An important piece of pre-NASA space history in near fine condition. With provenance from the family of Howard Tihila, Office of International Science Activities for the National Science Board, the government agency that backed Project Vanguard. Sold for $5,530.
Scarce Saturn C-5 Model Made by the Marshall Space Flight Center, Circa Early 1960s Before It Was Renamed Saturn V — In Original Box Shipped to Houston
Scarce Saturn C-5 model made by the George C. Marshall Space Flight Center (MSFC), circa early 1960s before NASA decided to use this rocket for the Apollo program and renamed it Saturn V. While Saturn V models are occasionally available at auction, Saturn C-5 models such as this one are virtually non-extant.
Model is housed in its original MSFC blue wooden case, with a partially torn NASA label addressed to a “Dr. Joseph” in Houston. As the model originates from an estate in Massachusetts, the recipient was possibly Joseph Shea, Deputy Director of the Office of Manned Space Flight, who joined NASA in late 1961 as a systems engineer and retired in Massachusetts.
Model is approximately 1/100 scale, measuring 42.75″ tall. Nearly all components are present: the S-IC with five F-1 engines, screwed to the wooden base and measuring 18.25″ tall and 4.25″ in diameter at top; piece connecting the S-IC and S-II measuring 3.125″ tall including transparent connecting rings; S-II measuring 12.75″ tall, featuring five silver and red J-2 rocket engines; S-IV B measuring 9.5″; slanted interstage measuring 3.75″ tall, missing the bottom connecting ring; service module measuring 2.5″ tall”; command module measuring 1.25″ tall; and finally, orange lunar excursion module landing stage with lunar legs, attached with tape underneath the launch stage, all measuring 3.25″ tall – this entire component is designed to fit into the slanted interstage. Set also includes two 2″ pins to fit pieces together. Wooden base measures 8.25″ x 8.5″ with metal plaque identifying the model as “SATURN C-5″ from the George C. Marshall Space Flight Center. Original blue wooden carrying case measures 23.75″ x 15.5″ x 9.75″ tall, with a 3.5″ x 4.5” photo affixed to interior showing the contents of model in box. Model is missing the launch escape system that tops the model, and the boost protective cover that fits over the command module. Part of the service module is missing, and one of the gray F-1 rocket engines is present but detached. Slanted interstage is starting to separate along seam. Additionally some isolated chipping to paint. Overall very good condition. An extraordinarily rare and early prototype for the Saturn V rocket, a historic memento from the early days of the Space Race. Sold for $4,500.
Model of the Apollo 11 Command Module signed by the crew: ”Neil Armstrong”, ”Michael Collins” and ”Buzz Aldrin”. The model was reportedly signed first by Armstrong in the 1980’s, then by Aldrin and Collins at the 2009 Spacefest convention in San Diego, CA. Engraved plaque affixed to the front reads: ”First Men on The Moon / Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin, Michael Collins / Apollo 11 July 16 1969 A.D. / A Winning Combination”. Lightweight, handcrafted model measures 8.75” in height. Wooden triangular base measures 4.75” across and 7.25” deep. Near fine. Sold for $4,468.
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