The Liquid Cooling and Ventilation Garment is a close-fitting undergarment covering the body torso and limbs. It incorporates a network of fine tubing that stays in close contact with the astronaut's skin because of an outer layer of stretchable open fabric. The space suit is well insulated and normal body heat maintains warmth, except for occasional cold hands on the cold, dark side of the spacecraft. However, cooling is required so water is circulated through the LCVG tubing to remove excess body heat. Water flows through the various inlet and return tubes and must be uninterrupted in order for the garment to be effective.
NASA transferred this garment to the Museum in 2012.
Display Status
This object is not on display at the National Air and Space Museum. It is either on loan or in storage.
Object Details
Country of Origin
United States of America
Type
PERSONAL EQUIPMENT-Undergarments
Manufacturer
ILC Dover, Inc.
Dimensions
3-D: 148.6 x 53.3 x 7.6cm (58 1/2 x 21 x 3 in.)
Materials
Synthetic Fabric
PVC
Plastic
Ink
Stainless Steel
Steel
Velcro
Copper Alloy
Paint
Inventory Number
A20130053000
Credit Line
Transferred from NASA Johnson Space Center
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
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