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| Object Name |
Radome |
| Description |
Large, cylinder/triangular shaped fused silica radome. |
| Collection |
Ross C. Purdy Museum Collection |
| Dimensions |
H-124 Dia-63 cm |
| Early Date |
1964 |
| Late Date |
1964 |
| Material |
Ceramic/Earthenware/Silica/Aluminum |
| Notes |
The radome is made of fused silica, cast in a plaster mold. It is able to withstand the high temperatures 1815 C (3300 F) encountered by vehicles upon reentry from space flights. |
| Place of Origin |
Georgia, United States |
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The American Ceramic Society, Copyright 2005
Last modified on: February 15, 2005
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