Middeck Computer
  • Personal Computer designed to support on-orbit experiments in the middeck of the Space Shuttle Orbiter.
  • Encased in blue anodized machined aluminum cabinet
  • Built by SAI Technology, a division of Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC).
  • Integrates display and keyboard.
  • Left side door allows access to floppy drive made by Cherokee.
  • With the heavily machined cover removed, internal circuit boards are visible.
  • Label indicates use for “LSLE/M-2” under contract NAS9-18566. LSLE may refer to Life Sciences Laboratory Equipment, as used on Spacelab. Other details unknown.

44 lbs. (20 kg)

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