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This faceplate covered the control panel of the Thermal Enclosure System-Crystal Observation System (TES-COS), protein crystal growth equipment, on the Space Shuttle. Its smooth surface protected the dials and switches on the control panel from unintended handling when not in use.

The technical team who developed this equipment gave it to the Museum in 2012 when they began using new, more advanced equipment.

 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 EQUIPMENT-Miscellaneous Manufacturer University of Alabama at Birmingham, Center for Biophysical Sciences and Engineering
 Dimensions 3-D: 29.2 × 47 × 26cm (11 1/2 in. × 1 ft. 6 1/2 in. × 10 1/4 in.)
 Materials Plastic
Paper
Coating
Synthetic
 Inventory Number A20120272002 Credit Line Gift of the University of Alabama at Birmingham, Center for Biological Sciences and Engineering Data Source National Air and Space Museum Restrictions & Rights Usage conditions apply
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