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This full pressure suit is a transitional early Gemini spacesuit designed by the David Clark Company. It was the first time the white coverlayer of high-temperature nylon was used, although with the older-style aluminized boots. The suit was worn by astronaut Gus grissom during early training and development testing, 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 with a "restraint" layer - an internal rubber/Neoprene pressure bladder, and the nylon cover-layer, which was designed to provide thermal insulation and provide partial control of the "balloonning" effect of pressurization.
Transferred from NASA - Manned Spacecraft Center in 1972
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
PERSONAL EQUIPMENT-Pressure Suits
Manufacturer
David Clark Company, Inc. Dimensions
Approximate: 5ft 2in. x 1ft 8in. x 7in. (157.48 x 50.8 x 17.78cm) Materials
Exterior: HT Nylon
Interior: Rubber/Neoprene
Zipper: Brass, cotton
Boots: Aluminized Nylon
Connectors: Anodized aluminium Inventory Number
A19730827000
Credit Line
Transferred from NASA - Manned Spacecraft Center
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
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