Object Details
Manufacturer
ILC Industries Inc.
Summary
This pressure helmet was was modified for experimental air-flow purposes, and was worn during testing of those features.
The Apollo pressure helmet was a molded, polycarbonate shell with a bayonet base, bonded to the helmet neck ring, and was the male half of the suit neck-ring assembly. There were two configurations used on Apollo suits which were not interchangable, the earlier configuration was anodized blue, with the later configuration being anodized red.
Transferred to the National Air and Space Museum from NASA.
Credit Line
Transferred from NASA.
Inventory Number
A20050458000
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
Type
PERSONAL EQUIPMENT-Helmets & Headwear
Materials
Pressure bubble: Polycarbonate
Comfort Pad: Anodized aluminium, Beta cloth
Neck Disconnect: Anodized aluminum
Dimensions
3-D: 26.7 x 32.1 x 28.3cm (10 1/2 x 12 5/8 x 11 1/8 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_A20050458000