Apollo 15 Plaque, 14", Mahogany
En stock
1.44 kg
Sí
Nuevo
Amazon
USA
- Apollo 15 Plaque Space fans and collectors! Enjoy the beautifully hand crafted 14 inch plaque of the Apollo 15. Each plaque is carved from Mahogany and handpainted to provide a piece you'll love! Length/Diameter - 14 inches Made from Mahogany US Veteran Owned Business The product is not intended to be used by children 12 years and younger. Apollo 15, launched on July 26, 1971, was the ninth crewed mission in NASA’s Apollo program and a pivotal milestone in lunar exploration. Let’s delve into the fascinating details of this historic mission:Objective and Significance:Apollo 15 was the fourth mission to land on the Moon and the first of the “J series” missions. Unlike earlier landings, Apollo 15 focused extensively on scientific research during its lunar stay. It marked the debut of the Lunar Roving Vehicle (LRV), enhancing mobility and exploration capabilities. Crew Members:Commander: David R. Scott Command Module Pilot: Alfred M. Worden Lunar Module Pilot: James B. Irwin Mission Timeline:Launch Date: July 26, 1971. Lunar Landing Date: July 30, 1971, at the Hadley–Apennine region. Lunar Surface Stay: Apollo 15 astronauts conducted three moonwalks, spending a total of 19 hours, 7 minutes, and 53 seconds outside the lunar module. Lunar Rover Distance: They drove the LRV a remarkable 27.9 kilometers (17.3 miles) across the lunar surface. Scientific Experiments: Apollo 15 set up various scientific instruments and collected valuable data. Notable Achievements:Genesis Rock: The crew discovered a unique rock called the “Genesis Rock”, believed to be one of the oldest lunar samples. Great Scott: Another significant find was the “Great Scott” basalt sample. Seatbelt Basalt: They also collected a sample of “Seatbelt Basalt” from the rover tracks. Fallen Astronaut: A small aluminum sculpture called the “Fallen Astronaut” was left on the Moon to honor deceased astronauts. Lunar Roving Vehicle (LRV):The LRV allowed astronauts to explore a larger area, conduct experiments
IMPORT EASILY
By purchasing this product you can deduct VAT with your RUT number
Conoce más detalles
Handcraft from Mahogany US Naval Aviator Owned Business Highly detailed with minimal decals Matched against historic photos Heirloom Pieces