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Space Shuttle Lithium Hydroxide (LiOH) Filter Canister Locker Prototype, measuring 21˝ x 13˝ x 7˝, marked on one side, "V627-336541-002," with Rockwell International and NASA labels affixed on the bottom. The stowage assembly provides storage for three LiOH filter canisters, with spring-loaded retention mechanisms. It contains one LiOH canister mockup, crafted from metal and wood, measuring 6.5˝ in diameter by 11.25˝ tall, signed on the top in black felt tip, "Fred Haise, Apollo 13 LMP." In fine condition.
On the habitable section of the space shuttle, lithium hydroxide (LiOH) canisters served as the primary means of scrubbing carbon dioxide (CO2) from the cabin environment. The filters became depleted over time and had to be replaced, so an easily accessible means of storage for spare canisters was necessary. This style of stowage locker, situated on the Shuttle's middeck, proved to be an effective solution. During Haise's Apollo 13 mission, the damaged spacecraft’s lithium hydroxide (LiOH) scrubbers were unable to remove carbon dioxide effectively, as the command module’s square canisters did not fit the lunar module’s round openings. Engineers on the ground famously devised an improvised adapter, built by the crew using available materials, that allowed the LiOH canisters to function and saved the astronauts’ lives.
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