Charles E. Whitsett Papers, 1960s-1990s
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Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Whitsett, Charles E.
- Title
- Charles E. Whitsett Papers
- Dates
- 1960s-1990s (inclusive)19601999
- Quantity
- 2 linear feet, (2 boxes)
- Collection Number
- MSS 166
- Summary
- Charles E. Whitsett was a United States Air Force officer and NASA engineer specialized in solutions for effective human movement in zero gravity. The collection includes NASA related materials, research relating to the astronaut maneuvering unit system, LIFE magazines, and photographs.
- Repository
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Boise State University Library, Special Collections and Archives
Special Collections and Archives
1910 University Drive
Boise ID
83725
Telephone: 2084263990
archives@boisestate.edu - Access Restrictions
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Collection is open for research.
- Languages
- English
Historical Note
Charles E. Whitsett was a United States Air Force officer and NASA engineer who specialized in solutions for effective human movement in zero gravity. He worked on the astronaut maneuvering unit, or manned maneuvering unit (MMU) which enabled satellite rescue and repair. Whitsett and his team received the 1984 Robert J. Collier Trophy for "the greatest achievement in aeronautics or astronautics in America" for developing the unit.
Content Description
The collection includes NASA related materials, research relating to the astronaut maneuvering unit system, LIFE magazines, and photographs.
Use of the Collection
Preferred Citation
[Item description], Charles E. Whitsett Papers, Box [number] Folder [number], Boise State University Special Collections and Archives.
Administrative Information
Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Aerospace engineers
Corporate Names
- United States. Air Force
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