Object Details
Manufacturer
B. F. Goodrich Co.
Summary
This full pressure glove is part of a pair made for the Mark IV High Altitude suit used by the U.S. Navy in the early 1960s, and is considered the forerunner of the Mercury suit and gloves. This particular glove is considered to be the third model of the collection.
It is constructed with an interior bladder of rubber, and an exterior of green nylon, with adjustment straps over the upper hand. The palms are of leather.
NASA transferred this helmet with other early human spaceflight test articles to the museum.
Credit Line
Transferred from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Inventory Number
A19730864002
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
Type
PERSONAL EQUIPMENT-Handwear
Materials
nylon, Rubber/Neoprene, Aluminum, Steel, Leather
Dimensions
3-D: 29.2 x 13.3cm (11 1/2 x 5 1/4 in.)
Other (Wrist Ring): 10.8cm (4 1/4 in.)
Country of Origin
United States of America
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National Air and Space Museum Collection
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Link to Original Record
Record ID
nasm_A19730864002