Photographic Print > Animals > Insects > Hemiptera > Black Scale
Photographic Print : Earth Path Indicator, Mercury 4, 1961. Creator: Honeywell
Photo Prints from Heritage Images
Earth Path Indicator, Mercury 4, 1961. Creator: Honeywell
The Mercury space capsule carried this device, designed by the Honeywell Corporation, which allowed the astronaut to see his orbital track and heading. For example, it indicated when the spacecraft was passing over a ground station or a landing site. The device was a simple globe, driven by a clockwork mechanism. Once in a stable orbit, the astronaut would wind up the clockwork, and set the position of a tiny scale model of the Mercury capsule, under which the globe would rotate. This specimen was flown aboard MA-4, an unmanned Mercury flight that preceeded the manned flights. Transferred from NASA to the Museum in 1972
Heritage Images features heritage image collections
Media ID 23872147
© Heritage Art/Heritage Images
Air And Space Museum Aluminium Aviation Clockwork Device Flight Instrument Panel Measurement Nasa Nasm National Air And Space Museum Navigation Navigational Device Navigational Instrument Orbit Plastic Project Mercury Space Space Travel Spacecraft Tracking Orientation
11"x8.5" Photo Print
Embark on a captivating journey through space with our Media Storehouse range of Photographic Prints. Behold the remarkable 'Earth Path Indicator, Mercury 4, 1961' by Honeywell from Heritage Images. This iconic image showcases the ingenious device created by Honeywell Corporation that enabled astronauts to witness their orbital track and heading during the historic Mercury mission. Immerse yourself in the awe-inspiring wonders of space exploration with this extraordinary print.
Photo prints are produced on Kodak professional photo paper resulting in timeless and breath-taking prints which are also ideal for framing. The colors produced are rich and vivid, with accurate blacks and pristine whites, resulting in prints that are truly timeless and magnificent. Whether you're looking to display your prints in your home, office, or gallery, our range of photographic prints are sure to impress. Dimensions refers to the size of the paper in inches.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 27.9cm x 18.6cm (11" x 7.3")
Estimated Product Size is 27.9cm x 21.6cm (11" x 8.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Animals
> Insects
> Hemiptera
> Black Scale
> North America
> United States of America
> Related Images
> Science
> Space Exploration
> Astronauts
> Science
> Space Exploration
> Related Images
EDITORS COMMENTS
The Earth Path Indicator, Mercury 4,1961 is a captivating print that showcases the ingenuity of Honeywell Corporation during the early days of space exploration. This remarkable device was an essential tool aboard the Mercury space capsule, allowing astronauts to visualize their orbital track and heading. Designed as a simple globe driven by clockwork mechanism, this indicator provided crucial information to astronauts about their position in space. Once in a stable orbit, the astronaut would wind up the clockwork and set the position of a tiny scale model of the Mercury capsule beneath it. As they journeyed through space, the globe would rotate accordingly, indicating when they passed over ground stations or potential landing sites. This particular specimen holds historical significance as it was flown aboard MA-4, an unmanned Mercury flight preceding manned missions. Transferred from NASA to the National Air and Space Museum in 1972, it serves as a testament to humanity's relentless pursuit of knowledge and exploration beyond our planet. With its sleek aluminum case housing interior parts made from plastic and other materials, this navigational instrument exemplifies both technological advancement and aesthetic appeal. Its black color adds an air of mystery while symbolizing mankind's venture into uncharted territories. As we gaze upon this artifact from America's aerospace heritage at Smithsonian Institution's National Air and Space Museum, we are reminded of how far we have come in our understanding of space travel. The Earth Path Indicator stands as a testament to human curiosity and determination to unravel the mysteries that lie beyond our home planet.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
