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This full pressure suit was designed for high-altitude use, constructed by the B.F. Goodrich Company. However, it was used during early training and development testing by astronaut Gus Grissom, prior to the final decision being made by NASA as to which suit would be used during the Gemini missions.

The suit is constructed of two layers - an internal rubber/Neoprene pressure bladder, and an aluminized cover-layer, which was designed to provide thermal insulation and control of the "balloonning" effect of pressurization.

Transferred from NASA - Manned Spacecraft Center in 1968

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This object is not on display at the National Air and Space Museum. It is either on loan or in storage.
Object Details
Country of Origin United States of America Type PERSONAL EQUIPMENT-Pressure Suits Manufacturer B. F. Goodrich Co.
 Astronaut Virgil (Gus) I. Grissom
 Dimensions Approximately: 68 inches long x 20 inches wide. x 7 inches deep. (172.72 x 50.8 x 17.78cm)
 Materials Exterior: Aluminized nylon
Interior: Rubber/Neoprene mix
Connectors: Aluminized aluminium
Zipper: Brass, cotton
 Inventory Number A19710036000 Credit Line Transferred from NASA - Manned Spacecraft Center Data Source National Air and Space Museum Restrictions & Rights Usage conditions apply
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