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Little Joe Launch Vehicle
Launching of the Little Joe launch vehicle on October 4, 1959 took place at Wallops Island, Va. This was the first attempt to launch an instrumented capsule with a Little Joe booster. Only the LJ1A and the LJ6 used the space metal/chevron plates as heat reflector shields, as they kept shattering. Little Joe was used to test various components of the Mercury spacecraft, such as the emergency escape rockets
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Media ID 635542
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Langley Project Mercury Rocket
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Experience the thrill of space exploration with our Media Storehouse Canvas Print featuring the historic "Little Joe Launch Vehicle" from Space Images. This iconic image captures the moment of the first attempt to launch an instrumented capsule with a Little Joe booster on October 4, 1959, at Wallops Island, Va. Our high-quality canvas prints bring vibrant colors and stunning details to your home or office, making it an excellent conversation starter. Relive the excitement of space history with this beautiful and authentic piece of art.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print captures a historic moment in space exploration - the launching of the Little Joe launch vehicle on October 4,1959, at Wallops Island, Virginia. This significant event marked the first attempt to launch an instrumented capsule with a Little Joe booster, paving the way for future advancements in spacecraft technology. The image showcases the sleek and powerful Little Joe rocket standing tall against the backdrop of clear blue skies. Its streamlined design hints at its purpose - to test various components of the Mercury spacecraft that would eventually carry astronauts into space. Notably, only two versions of this remarkable rocket, LJ1A and LJ6, utilized space metal/chevron plates as heat reflector shields due to previous issues with shattering. These innovative shields played a crucial role in protecting vital equipment from intense heat during reentry. As we delve into this photograph's rich history, it reminds us of Langley Research Center's pivotal contribution to Project Mercury and America's ambitious quest for manned spaceflight. The emergency escape rockets tested by Little Joe were essential safety measures designed to protect astronauts if unforeseen circumstances arose during their missions. This extraordinary snapshot serves as a testament to human ingenuity and determination as we pushed boundaries beyond our planet's atmosphere. It encapsulates both scientific progress and daring adventure while honoring those who fearlessly explored uncharted territories above Earth’s surface.
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