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NASA Center: Johnson Space Center
Image # : S66-37970
Date : 06/03/1966

Title

Augmented Target Docking Adapter

Full Description

The Augmented Target Docking Adapter (ATDA) as seen from the Gemini 9 spacecraft. The docking adapter protective cover failed to fully separate on the ATDA and prevented the docking of the two spacecraft. The ATDA was described by the Gemini 9 crew as an "angry alligator."

Keywords

Gemini 9 Gemini IX Augmented Target Docking Adapter ATDA Rendezvous Angry Alligator

Subject Category

Gemini-Program,

Reference Numbers

  • Center: JSC
  • Center Number: S66-37970
  • GRIN DataBase Number: GPN-2000-001418

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  • Creator/Photographer: NASA
  • Original Source: DIGITAL

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