This is a 1/140 scale model of one of the three, 64 m (210 ft) Deep Space Network Antennas. Beginning in 1958, the Jet Propulsion Laboratory of Pasadena, California contracted for the construction of three 26 m (85 ft) antennas, spaced approximately 120 degrees longitude apart, to provide continuous coverage of deep space. Stations were established in California, Australia, and Spain. Beginning in 1962, NASA and JPL began design and construction of three larger antennas. This is a scale model of one of those.
NASA transferred this model to the Museum in 1982.
Display Status
This object is on display in Kenneth C. Griffin Exploring the Planets Gallery at the National Air and Space Museum in Washington, DC.
Object Details
Country of Origin
United States of America
Type
MODELS-Miscellaneous
Manufacturer
NASA - Jet Propulsion Laboratory
Dimensions
3-D (Overall): 57.1 × 57.1 × 68.6cm (1 ft. 10 1/2 in. × 1 ft. 10 1/2 in. × 2 ft. 3 in.)
Materials
Aluminum
Plastic
Brass
Ferrous Alloy
Adhesive
Paint
Unidentified Fiber
Inventory Number
A19830018000
Credit Line
Transferred from the Jet Propulsion Laboratory
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Restrictions & Rights
Open Access (CCO)
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