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Vostok ejection seat
Vostok ejection seat. View of the type of ejection seat fitted to the Vostok spacecraft in 1961-63. The cosmonaut returning to Earth was instructed to eject from the Vostok capsule at an altitude of 7000 metres. This was because the landing forces on the capsule were very high. All Vostok pilots, including Yuri Gagarin and Valentina Tereshkova, used this type of seat. For many years the Soviets kept these seats a secret. They were worried that their space missions would not be recognised, because international recognition for altitude records required the pilot to remain with their craft until landing. Photographed at the Zvezda factory near Moscow
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14"x12" (38x32cm) Modern Frame
Experience the thrill of space exploration with our Media Storehouse Framed Prints featuring the iconic Vostok ejection seat. This captivating image from Science Photo Library transports you back in time to the early days of manned spaceflight. The Vostok ejection seat, used in the Vostok spacecraft from 1961 to 1963, represents a groundbreaking moment in human history. Add this stunning print to your décor and relive the excitement of space travel with every glance.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (38x32cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 16.9cm (9.6" x 6.7")
Estimated Product Size is 37.6cm x 32.5cm (14.8" x 12.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This print showcases the iconic Vostok ejection seat, a crucial safety feature of the Vostok spacecraft used during the early years of Soviet space exploration. The image provides a rare glimpse into the type of seat that was fitted inside these historic capsules between 1961 and 1963. Designed to ensure the survival of cosmonauts returning to Earth, this particular ejection seat required them to eject at an altitude of 7000 meters. This precautionary measure was implemented due to the high landing forces experienced by the capsule upon reentry. Notably, renowned astronauts Yuri Gagarin and Valentina Tereshkova both relied on this very same type of ejection seat during their groundbreaking missions. Interestingly, for several years, these seats were kept under wraps by Soviet authorities who feared that international recognition for altitude records would not be granted if pilots did not remain with their craft until landing. However, today we have access to this remarkable photograph taken at Zvezda factory near Moscow. The image serves as a testament to Russia's commitment towards ensuring astronaut safety in extreme circumstances. It also highlights how technology advancements in emergency escape systems played a vital role in enabling successful manned space missions during those pioneering days. This stunning piece is undoubtedly a valuable addition to any museum or collection dedicated to commemorating humanity's ventures beyond our planet's boundaries.
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