Object Details
Summary
This glove is part of a pair worn by an unknown astronaut during training sessions prior to the Mercury missions in 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 produce a snug fit.
Transferred from NASA in C-1975
Credit Line
Found in collection. Donor unknown at this time. Found on NASM premises.
Inventory Number
A20010660000
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
Type
PERSONAL EQUIPMENT-Handwear
Materials
Exterior: Cotton Sateen, Aluminized fabric, Rubberized fabric, palms, steel
Pressure bladder: Rubber
Lacing: Cotton w/steel grommets
Wrist Disconnect: Aluminum
Dimensions
3-D: 29.2 x 11.4cm (11 1/2 x 4 1/2 in.)
Other (Wrist Ring): 11.4cm (4 1/2 in.)
Country of Origin
United States of America
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National Air and Space Museum Collection
Location
Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, VA
Exhibit Station
Human Spaceflight
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Link to Original Record
Record ID
nasm_A20010660000