May 1972
From The Space Library
Air Force Materials Laboratory (AFML) was preparing experiment to determine stability of thermal-control coatings or paints and thin films of polymeric materials in space environment. Samples of materials and films would be carried in trays on discs 25 mm (1 in) in diameter on NASA Skylab mission in 1973. After exposure to space, samples would be returned to earth for evaluation of degradation. (AFSC Newsreview, 5/72, 14)
Smithsonian Institution displayed collection of 60 works by astronomical artist Chesley Bonestell in Aerospace Art Hall of Arts and Industries Building. Artist had been commissioned by Collier's magazine in 1952 to illustrate series of articles by rocket expert Dr. Wernher von Braun, later NASA Deputy Associate Administrator, and by rocket historian Willy Ley. Articles had resulted in Viking Press books: Conquest of Space, Conquest of the Moon, and Exploration of Mars. Smithsonian exhibition was coincidental with American Museum showing of Bonestell's works in New York [see May 16]. (Smithsonian Release; Smithsonian PIO)
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