Statements (259)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:spacecraft
gptkb:space_mission gptkb:human_spaceflight gptkb:missions |
| gptkbp:air_traffic_control |
gptkb:NASA
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| gptkbp:aircraft_operated |
approximately 5 hours
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| gptkbp:command_structure |
gptkb:Gemin_3_Command_Module
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| gptkbp:communication |
utilized S-band radio
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| gptkbp:crew |
gptkb:Commander
gptkb:Pilot gptkb:Virgil_I._Grissom gptkb:John_Young gptkb:Gus_Grissom gptkb:American 2 both astronauts had previous spaceflight experience extensive pre-flight training extensive training prior to flight both astronauts had prior spaceflight experience command pilot both astronauts had previous flight experience both astronauts reported good health post-flight both astronauts were experienced test pilots used voice communication during flight |
| gptkbp:date |
March 23, 1965
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| gptkbp:distance |
over 1000 miles
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| gptkbp:duration |
5 hours 30 minutes
5 days, 22 hours, 34 minutes 5 hours 55 minutes 5 days, 16 hours, 32 minutes 5 hours 7 minutes |
| gptkbp:first_flight |
gptkb:Gemini_program
low Earth orbit in the Gemini program provided data for future missions to carry a crew of two to carry a food experiment to carry a personal item (a corned beef sandwich) to perform a controlled re-entry to use a maneuvering thruster system conducted to assess mission success of the Gemini spacecraft series |
| gptkbp:first_introduced |
gptkb:Gemini_spacecraft
the Gemini spacecraft's systems |
| gptkbp:first_performance |
a manual reentry
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| gptkbp:first_to_carry |
a two-man crew
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| gptkbp:first_to_complete |
a successful mission in the Gemini program
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| gptkbp:first_to_conduct |
a mission with a two-man crew in space.
a space mission with a two-man crew a mission with a two-man crew in the Gemini program |
| gptkbp:first_to_demonstrate |
the ability to perform a controlled reentry
the ability to perform orbital maneuvers the ability to rendezvous |
| gptkbp:first_to_explore |
the capabilities of the Gemini spacecraft
|
| gptkbp:first_to_launch |
after the Mercury program
in the Gemini series of missions |
| gptkbp:first_to_return |
to Earth after a successful mission
to Earth safely |
| gptkbp:first_to_test |
the spacecraft's life support systems
the spacecraft's maneuverability |
| gptkbp:first_to_utilize |
the Titan II launch vehicle
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| gptkbp:flight_plan |
suborbital flight
|
| gptkbp:flight_style |
suborbital
suborbital flight suborbital trajectory |
| gptkbp:has_programs |
gptkb:Gemini_program
|
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Gemini 3
|
| gptkbp:impact |
influenced spacecraft design for future missions
significant impact on future space exploration missions |
| gptkbp:landing_distance |
gptkb:parachute
debriefing and analysis |
| gptkbp:landing_site |
gptkb:Atlantic_Ocean
March 26, 1965 |
| gptkbp:launch_date |
March 23, 1965
1965-03-23 March 23, 1965, 16:22 UTC 11:22 AM EST 11:24 AM EST |
| gptkbp:launch_platform |
gptkb:NASA
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| gptkbp:launch_site |
gptkb:Cape_Kennedy_Air_Force_Station_Launch_Complex_19
gptkb:Cape_Kennedy_Air_Force_Station |
| gptkbp:launch_vehicle |
gptkb:Titan_II
gptkb:Titan_II_GLV |
| gptkbp:launch_window |
March 1965
|
| gptkbp:launched |
gptkb:Launch_Complex_19
gptkb:1 gptkb:NASA March 23, 1965 |
| gptkbp:launched_in |
March 23, 1965
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| gptkbp:legacy |
important step in human space exploration
paved the way for Apollo program |
| gptkbp:manufacturer |
gptkb:Mc_Donnell_Aircraft_Corporation
gptkb:NASA |
| gptkbp:mission |
gptkb:Molly_Brown
gptkb:Houston,_Texas gptkb:Mission_Control_Center,_Houston gptkb:Manned_Spacecraft_Center gptkb:Gemini_3_mission_patch successful data used for future missions successful completion of objectives data collected used for future missions demonstrate orbital maneuvers demonstrate space travel capabilities demonstrate the ability to fly in space evaluate spacecraft systems and procedures demonstrate the ability to fly a two-man spacecraft to use a spacecraft with a controlled reentry. to use a spacecraft with a duration over 5 hours to use a spacecraft with a food experiment to use a spacecraft with a recovery in the ocean to use a spacecraft with a two-man crew to use a spacecraft with a rendezvous capability demonstration demonstrated spacecraft control and rendezvous techniques |
| gptkbp:mission_duration |
5 hours
approximately 5 hours 5 hours 30 minutes 34 minutes 0 seconds 5 days, 22 hours, 34 minutes 3 hours 12 minutes 5 hours 55 minutes 5 hours 7 minutes |
| gptkbp:mission_type |
Earth orbit
manned manned spaceflight orbital orbital flight crewed orbital flight |
| gptkbp:notable_event |
first crewed flight of the Gemini program
first use of a food item in space (candy) |
| gptkbp:notable_mission |
paved the way for Apollo missions
demonstrated capabilities for future missions important step in human spaceflight history demonstrated capabilities for long-duration spaceflights |
| gptkbp:notable_pilots |
gptkb:John_Young
gptkb:Gus_Grissom |
| gptkbp:objective |
test spacecraft systems
Test spacecraft systems Conduct experiments conduct experiments conduct experiments in microgravity demonstrate the ability to fly in space with a crew |
| gptkbp:operated_by |
gptkb:NASA
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| gptkbp:operator |
gptkb:NASA
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| gptkbp:orbit_type |
gptkb:3
|
| gptkbp:orbital_altitude |
160 km
approximately 160 km |
| gptkbp:orbital_inclination |
32.5 degrees
28.5 degrees |
| gptkbp:orbital_increments |
3 orbits
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| gptkbp:payload_capacity |
3,000 kg
3,000 pounds |
| gptkbp:predecessor |
gptkb:Mercury_program
gptkb:Mercury-Atlas_6 gptkb:Gemini_2 gptkb:Mercury-Atlas_9 |
| gptkbp:recovery_method |
gptkb:USS_Leonard_F._Mason
gptkb:Parachute gptkb:USS_Intrepid parachute recovery system |
| gptkbp:related_vehicle |
gptkb:Gemini_spacecraft
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| gptkbp:service |
first crewed flight of the Gemini program
first spacecraft to use a maneuvering system first use of a multi-man spacecraft first spacecraft to conduct a mission with a two-man crew first spacecraft to conduct a mission with a planned recovery operation first spacecraft to demonstrate the ability to perform a controlled re-entry into the atmosphere first spacecraft to test the use of a space suit in orbit first spacecraft to test the effects of weightlessness on the human body first spacecraft to carry a crew of two first spacecraft to conduct a controlled descent first spacecraft to conduct a rendezvous maneuver first spacecraft to conduct a spacewalk simulation first spacecraft to perform a controlled re-entry first spacecraft to use a new re-entry technique first spacecraft to demonstrate the use of a rendezvous radar first spacecraft to demonstrate the ability to perform a controlled descent and landing. first spacecraft to test the use of a new type of heat shield first spacecraft to use a maneuvering thruster system first spacecraft to conduct a mission with a planned landing in the ocean first spacecraft to demonstrate the ability to change orbits first spacecraft to demonstrate the use of a recovery parachute first spacecraft to test the use of a new type of fuel cell first spacecraft to demonstrate the ability to perform orbital maneuvers first spacecraft to test the effects of space travel on human physiology first spacecraft to carry a two-man crew first spacecraft to perform a controlled reentry first use of a two-man crew in a U. S. space mission carry a two-man crew first spacecraft to use a rendezvous technique first spacecraft to have a mission with a crew that included a veteran astronaut first spacecraft to have a mission with a crew that included an astronaut who had previously flown in space. first spacecraft to have a mission with a planned landing in the ocean first spacecraft to have a mission duration over 5 hours first spacecraft to have a mission with a two-man crew in a spacecraft designed for two first spacecraft to use a new launch vehicle first use of a two-man crew first spacecraft to have a mission with multiple orbits first spacecraft to have a mission with a crew that included a rookie astronaut first spacecraft to carry a crew into orbit after Mercury First use of a two-man crew a successful crewed flight in the Gemini program a successful mission with a two-man crew a successful splashdown |
| gptkbp:significance |
gptkb:First_crewed_flight_of_the_Gemini_program
demonstrated capabilities for lunar missions first crewed flight of the Gemini program influenced the design of the Space Shuttle program increased public interest in space exploration demonstrated capabilities for future missions provided a platform for testing new technologies demonstrated the feasibility of long-duration space missions contributed to Apollo program development first American two-man spaceflight paved the way for future Gemini missions inspired future generations of engineers and scientists demonstrated the importance of teamwork in space missions contributed to the development of space navigation techniques influenced the development of space law and regulations highlighted the role of training in astronaut preparedness established protocols for astronaut safety helped refine spacecraft recovery operations influenced international space policy discussions enhanced understanding of human spaceflight challenges provided data for spacecraft design improvements set the stage for future space collaborations tested life support systems in space demonstrated the potential for human exploration beyond low Earth orbit provided insights into microgravity effects on the human body contributed to the understanding of spacecraft systems integration established a legacy for future space exploration missions showcased U. S. technological advancements in the 1960s showcased the importance of mission planning and execution marked a milestone in the Space Race with the Soviet Union |
| gptkbp:spacecraft |
gptkb:Gemini_spacecraft
designed for two astronauts two-man capsule |
| gptkbp:spaceflights |
gptkb:3
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| gptkbp:speed |
March 23, 1965
successful 27,000 km/h 28,000 km/h 5:19 PM EST |
| gptkbp:success |
gptkb:true
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| gptkbp:successor |
gptkb:Gemini_4
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| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:KSC_Launch_Complex_26
gptkb:KSC_Launch_Complex_34 gptkb:Gemini_4 gptkb:Alan_Shepard gptkb:John_Young gptkb:Gemini_program gptkb:Gemini_Program gptkb:Gus_Grissom gptkb:Gemini gptkb:missions gptkb:astronaut gptkb:Gemini_spacecraft |
| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
4
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