Object Details
Manufacturer
B. F. Goodrich Co.
Astronaut
John H. Glenn, Jr.
Summary
This spacesuit was worn by John Glenn during training sessions prior the first orbital flight of a U.S. astronaut in February 1962.
The spacesuit was developed by the B.F. Goodrich Company from the U.S. Navy MK-IV full pressure suit, and was selected by NASA in 1959 for use in Project Mercury. It is made of a rubber interior pressure layer with a nylon exterior layer with an aluminized coating.
NASA - Johnson Space Center transferred the training suit to the Museum in 1976.
Long Description
John Glenn wore this spacesuit during training sessions prior the first orbital flight of a U.S. astronaut in February, 1962.
The spacesuit was developed by the B.F. Goodrich Company from the U.S. Navy MK-IV full pressure suit, and was selected by NASA in 1959 for use in Project Mercury. It is made of a rubber interior with a nylon exterior layer with an aluminized coating.
NASA's Johnson Space Center transferred the suit along with its helmet gloves and boots to the National Air and Space Museum in 1976.
Credit Line
Transferred from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Inventory Number
A19761555000
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
Type
PERSONAL EQUIPMENT-Pressure Suits
Materials
Overall Exterior: Aluminized nylon, nylon webbing, brass, steel, aluminium
Overall Interior: Rubber/neoprene, steel wire
other: phenolic resin, velcro
Dimensions
Overall: 160.02 x 71.12 x 15.24cm (5ft 3in. x 2ft 4in. x 6in.)
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_A19761555000