The Augmented Target Docking Adapter (ATDA)

Creator

Southwestern Oklahoma State University

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Creation Date

6-3-1966

Description

June 3, 1966

Caption: “The Augmented Target Docking Adapter (ATDA) is photographed from the Gemini-9 spacecraft during one of three rendezvous occasions in space. Failure of the docking adapter protective cover on the ATDA to fully separate prevented the docking of the two spacecraft. The ATDA was described by the Gemini-9 crew members as an ‘angry alligator.’”