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This water dispenser was used for training purposes prior to the Gemini missions of the 1960s. Stainless steel dispensers such as this were an important part of the equipment carried aboard the spacecraft. It was designed to dispense measured amounts of hot or cold water into the food containers.
Feeding the astronauts a nutritious diet was of paramount importance, but problems associated with storage and dispensing had to be overcome. Due to space and weight considerations, food had to be lightweight and have the ability to be compressed when possible, so many items were dehydrated for later rehydration and consumption. For the early missions, food also had to be stored without refrigeration.
NASA transferred this object to the National Air and Space Museum in 1967.
Display Status
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
PERSONAL EQUIPMENT-Food & Food Accessories
Manufacturer
Whirlpool Corporation Dimensions
3-D: 15.2 x 5.1 x 19.1cm (6 x 2 x 7 1/2 in.) Materials
Overall: Aluminium, stainless steel, plastic Inventory Number
A19680274000
Credit Line
Transferred from NASA
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
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