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a flown soyuz - mir space toilet,
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a flown soyuz - mir space toilet,

CIRCA 1970S

Details
a flown soyuz - mir space toilet,
circa 1970s
with white enamelled metal faeces collection unit and moulded plastic urine nozzle, plastic handle, valve labelled in Cyrillic, two two-meter long attached suction tubes, and outlet attachment
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No VAT will be charged on the hammer price, but VAT at 15% will be added to the buyer's premium which is invoiced on a VAT inclusive basis.

Lot Essay

A space toilet can be used in a low gravity environment. In the absence of gravity the collection and retention of liquid and solid waste is directed by use of air flow. Since the air used to direct the waste is returned to the cabin, it is filtered beforehand to control odour and cleanse bacteria. Waste water is vented into space and any solids are compressed and stored for removal upon landing.

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