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Lot #7261
Ground Support Engine Deflection Meter

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Estimate: $200+
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Description

Ground support engine deflection meter used to display engine gimbal displacement for thrust vectoring, measuring 4.5″ x 4.5″ x 6″, bearing a Simpson Electric Co. manufacturer's label on the body, and a quality control inspection label stamp-dated March 2, 1959. Though the program affiliation for this piece is undetermined (it could be for a missile or rocket launch vehicle), similar meters were used for monitoring Apollo/Saturn rockets.




From The Peter Gerry Collection.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Space Exploration and Aviation
  • Dates: #677 - Ended October 19, 2023