Noel ThomasAs I recall, the ejecta flanks of the Barringer crater have been used for astronaut training and equipment tests, since Project Apollo in the 1960’s. Due to the geological composition of the crater it has provided an ideal site for exploration tests, including sampling and drilling using hand held tools, including the coring drill.
19 oktober 2016, Förenta staterna ⋅ 🌙 9 °C
Noel Thomas
Looks like the Remains of Barringer’s Mining Operation to me.
Noel Thomas
You wouldn't want that on your foot
Resenär
Very true but what about the Astronaut figure and American flag on the bottom right????
Noel Thomas
As I recall, the ejecta flanks of the Barringer crater have been used for astronaut training and equipment tests, since Project Apollo in the 1960’s. Due to the geological composition of the crater it has provided an ideal site for exploration tests, including sampling and drilling using hand held tools, including the coring drill.