Object Details
Manufacturer
B. F. Goodrich Co.
Summary
This glove was worn by an unknown astronaut during training sessions for the Mercury program of the early 1960s.
The gloves were constructed of an inner layer made from a mold of the astronaut's hand, dipped in a rubber compound. The outer layer was fabricated of one-way stretch nylon with leather palms and lacing on the back. The gloves assumed the contours of the hand controller, and attached to the suit with a bll-bearing lock mechanism. Adjustment bands with snaps were fitted to produce a snug fit.
Transferred from NASA - Johnson Space Center in 1978
Credit Line
Transferred from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Inventory Number
A19781459000
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
Type
PERSONAL EQUIPMENT-Handwear
Materials
Wrist Bearing: Aluminium
Zipper: Cotton, brass
Overall: Nylon, steel, leather, rubber
Dimensions
3-D: 24 x 9.5cm (9 7/16 x 3 3/4 in.)
Country of Origin
United States of America
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Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Link to Original Record
Record ID
nasm_A19781459000