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This is the Explorer S-46 unencapsulated scaler deck G. It is a prototype of the final design for deck G with all final components. These are components from a payload inventory originally intended for the University of Iowa payload packages for early Explorer satellites. It was in George Ludwig's possession since they were built in the late 1950s. Donated by Dr. George Ludwig in 2006.

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This object is not on display at the National Air and Space Museum. It is either on loan or in storage.
Object Details
Country of Origin United States of America Type INSTRUMENTS-Scientific Dimensions 3-D: 14 × 14 × 1.3cm (5 1/2 × 5 1/2 × 1/2 in.)
 Materials Steel
Synthetic
Coating
Unknown Metal
Copper Alloy
 Inventory Number A20060086012 Credit Line Designed and Donated by Dr. George H. Ludwig. Data Source National Air and Space Museum Restrictions & Rights Usage conditions apply
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