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Pieces of neoprene were included in survival rucksacks as protectors, and would have been used to protect the astronaut's hands while pulling fishing line for example, or as padding for equipment.

This piece of neoprene was not flown. It was transferred from NASA to the Smithsonian in 1978.

 Display Status

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 EQUIPMENT-Survival Dimensions 3-D: 11.4 x 0.6 x 11.4cm (4 1/2 x 1/4 x 4 1/2 in.)
 Materials Overall: Neoprene
 Inventory Number A19782008021 Credit Line Transferred from NASA, Johnson Space Center. Data Source National Air and Space Museum Restrictions & Rights Usage conditions apply
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