Object Details
Manufacturer
David Clark Company, Inc.
Summary
This full pressure suit is the 8th in the first series of early developmental suits made by the David Clark Company, the later versions of which were used in the Gemini program. This suit shows characteristics of both the Mercury and later Gemini suits, with the aluminized nylon cover layer and repositioning of the entry zipper to the rear.
NASA transferred this suit to the National Air and Space Museum in 1979.
Long Description
This full pressure suit is the 8th in the first series of early developmental suits made by the David Clark Company, the later versions of which were used in the Gemini program. This suit shows characteristics of both the Mercury and later Gemini suits, with the aluminized nylon cover layer and repositioning of the entry zipper to the rear.
NASA transferred this suit to the National Air and Space Museum in 1979.
Credit Line
Transferred from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Inventory Number
A19810590000
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
Type
PERSONAL EQUIPMENT-Pressure Suits
Materials
Exterior: Aluminized nylon, aluminium, polyester, nylon
Interior: Rubber
other: nylon, aluminized nylon, steel, brass, neoprene-coated nylon, rubber/neoprene, PVC, anodized aluminum
Dimensions
Approximate: 64 in. long x 29 in. wide x 8 in. deep. (162.56 x 73.66 x 20.32cm)
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_A19810590000