Jul 122012
Cyanotype Print 03 & 04: 4,000 ton Orion
Two 1963 General Atomic diagrams of the 4,000 ton Orion nuclear pulse spacecraft designed for the USAF. Print 03 depicts the propulsion module in cutaway; Print 04 shows the overall vehicle configuration. They can be purchased for $10 each, or together for $17.
A hand made cyanotype blueprint on sturdy 12X18 watercolor paper. Each is unique, and likely to feature small imperfections.The blue will fade if left in the sun. If this happens, it can be darkened by placing it somewhere dark with good air flow to re-oxidize the ink. Alternatively. hydrogen peroxide, available from grocery stores, will instantly oxidize the ink and restore it to its full hue.