Object Details
Astronaut
Joseph P. Kerwin
Manufacturer
National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Summary
These black rubber hand shapes are forms used in the construction of Apollo pressure gloves. They were made from a cast of the astronaut's hands, and were inserted into a nylon glove and then dipped in a rubber/neoprene compound. The result of the dipping process became the interior pressure bladder of both intra-vehicular and extra-vehicular gloves used during the Apollo program.
These forms were made using a model of astronaut Joe Kerwin's hands, and ILC Industries transferred them to the museum in 1973.
Credit Line
Gift of ILC Industries, Inc.
Inventory Number
A19730067000
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
Type
PERSONAL EQUIPMENT-Miscellaneous
Materials
Rubber, metal, epoxy
Dimensions
Approximate: 11.43 x 31.75 x 16.51cm (4 1/2in. x 1ft 1/2in. x 6 1/2in.) (crate)
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_A19730067000