Pressure Suit Coverlayer, Gemini EVA, Cernan Developmental, Gemini 9

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Object Details

Manufacturer

David Clark Company, Inc.

Astronaut

Eugene A. Cernan

Summary

This Gemini cover-layer was made for astronaut Eugene Cernan to be used for training prior to the Gemini 9 mission in June, 1966. The modified spacesuit was to be used during extra-vehicular (EV) testing of the Astronaut Maneuvering Unit (AMU), which exhausted very hot gases. The bottom half of the suit was lined on the outside with the high chromium stainless steel fabric, Chromel-R, to insulate Cernan against the AMU exhaust.

This cover-layer of the G4-C EV spacesuit was made with extra insulating layers in the upper torso.

NASA's Johnson Space Center transferred this coverlayer to the museum in 1985.

Credit Line

Transferred from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration

Inventory Number

A19850266000

Restrictions & Rights

Usage conditions apply

Type

PERSONAL EQUIPMENT-Pressure Suits

Materials

Legs - Chromel R

Upper Torso - Heat-Resistant Nylon, Heavily Padded, Velcro

Dimensions

Approximate: 9 1/2in. x 5ft 2in. x 2ft 4in. (24.1 x 157.5 x 71.1cm)

Country of Origin

United States of America

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Data Source

National Air and Space Museum

Metadata Usage

Not determined

Link to Original Record

http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/nv99a8bdab0-5232-49d8-b622-35617fdd3df6

Record ID

nasm_A19850266000