Samples of multilayer insulation blanket

Samples of multilayer insulation blanket manufactured from mylar & aluminium layers for ground test purposes (not to flight standard). Shown as different layers

Details

Category:
Space Technology
Object Number:
1986-345
type:
samples
credit:
Marconi Space Systems Limited

Parts

Multilayer insulation blanket sample, 1985-86

Multilayer insulation blanket sample, 1985-86

Sample of multilayer insulation blanket manufactured from mylar & aluminium layers for ground test purposes (not to flight standard). Shown as different layers

Measurements:
overall: 445 mm x 485 mm x , , .04kg
Materials:
aluminium mylar foil and aluminised plastic
Object Number:
1986-345/1
type:
insulation material and sample
Image ©
The Board of Trustees of the Science Museum
Multilayer insulation blanket sample, 1985-86

Multilayer insulation blanket sample, 1985-86

Samples of multilayer insulation blanket manufactured from mylar & aluminium layers for ground test purposes (not to flight standard). Shown as different layers

Materials:
aluminised plastic and velcro
Object Number:
1986-345/2
type:
insulation material and sample
Image ©
The Board of Trustees of the Science Museum

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