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The Skylab survival rucksack #1 contained a survival radio with an built in antenna. To increase the communication range, the radio came equipped with a special cable to connect to the Command Modules own VHF antenna.

This cable was transfered by NASA with the rucksack in 1976.

 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-Survival Manufacturer B. Welson & Co., United States of America
 Dimensions 3-D: 45.7 x 17.1 x 3.8cm (18 x 6 3/4 x 1 1/2 in.)
 Materials Steel
Aluminum
Synthetic Fabric
Plastic
Adhesive
 Inventory Number A19770158020 Credit Line Transferred from NASA Data Source National Air and Space Museum Restrictions & Rights Usage conditions apply
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