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Mobile Quarantine Facility, ca. 1969. Creator: Airstream

Mobile Quarantine Facility, ca. 1969. Creator: Airstream



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Mobile Quarantine Facility, ca. 1969. Creator: Airstream

This Mobile Quarantine Facility (MQF) was one of four built by NASA for astronauts returning from the Moon. Its purpose was to prevent the unlikely spread of lunar contagions by isolating the astronauts from contact with other people. A converted Airstream trailer, the MQF contained living and sleeping quarters, a kitchen, and a bathroom. Quarantine was assured by keeping the air pressure inside lower than the pressure outside and by filtering the air vented from the facility. This MQF was used by Apollo 11 astronauts Armstrong, Aldrin, and Collins immediately after their return to Earth

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This print showcases the Mobile Quarantine Facility (MQF) created by Airstream in 1969. Designed specifically for astronauts returning from the Moon, this innovative facility aimed to prevent any potential spread of lunar contagions by isolating the astronauts from contact with other individuals. The MQF, a converted Airstream trailer, featured essential living and sleeping quarters, a fully equipped kitchen, and a bathroom. To ensure quarantine measures were upheld, the air pressure inside the facility was maintained lower than that outside while filtering all vented air. This particular MQF played a crucial role in history as it housed Apollo 11 astronauts Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin, and Michael Collins immediately after their momentous return to Earth. The significance of this mobile quarantine unit lies not only in its functionality but also in its contribution to space exploration heritage. It symbolizes humanity's relentless pursuit of knowledge beyond our planet's boundaries during the mid-20th century. As an educational institution dedicated to preserving such historical artifacts related to aerospace endeavors, NASA utilized these four MQFs as vital equipment mission support. With its aluminum glass exterior shining under vibrant colors captured within this photograph print, it serves as a reminder of America's remarkable achievements during the Apollo missions. This image encapsulates both technological ingenuity and human determination that propelled us towards reaching new frontiers—the Moon landing being one giant leap for mankind.

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