Rendezvous Docking Simulator
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| Rendezvous Docking Simulator | |
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| (U.S. National Historic Landmark) | |
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| Location: | Hampton, Virginia |
| Coordinates: | Coordinates: |
| Built/Founded: | 1963 |
| Architect: | NASA |
| Architectural style(s): | No Style Listed |
| Designated as NHL: | October 03, 1985[1] |
| Added to NRHP: | October 03, 1985[2] |
| NRHP Reference#: | 85002809 |
| Governing body: | NATIONAL AERONAUTICS & SPACE ADMINISTRATION |
The Rendezvous Docking Simulator, also known as the Real-Time Dynamic Simulator, is a simulator at Langley. Constructed in 1963, it is the only surviving simulator from the Gemini and Apollo space programs that was used by astronauts to practice docking of space capsules with other vessels.[1] Ability to dock reliably with the lunar landing module was a crucial skill essential for the mission to land on the moon.[3]
It was declared a National Historic Landmark in 1985.[1][3][4]
Currently it is stored, hanging from the rafters in Building 1244, a vast hangar at Langley, and there are no plans for it otherwise.[1][3]
[edit] References
- ^ a b c d Rendezvous Docking Simulator. National Historic Landmark summary listing. National Park Service. Retrieved on 2008-04-26.
- ^ National Register Information System. National Register of Historic Places. National Park Service (2007-01-23).
- ^ a b c Harry A. Butowsky (May 15, 1984), National Register of Historic Places Inventory-Nomination: Rendezvous Docking Simulator / Real-Time Dynamic SimulatorPDF (32 KB), National Park Service and Accompanying five photos, from 1964 and 1984PDF (32 KB)
- ^ Harry A. Butowsky (May 15, 1984), National Register of Historic Places Inventory-Nomination: Rendezvous Docking Simulator / Real-Time Dynamic SimulatorPDF (32 KB), National Park Service (version at Virginia DHR, also including 5 maps showing location of Langley and the simulator within Langley)
[edit] External links
- Rendezvous Docking Simulator, Langley, one photo at Virginia DHR
- Aviation: From Sand Dunes to Sonic Booms, a National Park Service Discover Our Shared Heritage Travel Itinerary
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