This glove is an un-insulated glove from the Gemini era, and like many gloves of the time, were sometimes worn with the A-1-C suit.
The outer glove was made of white nylon, and provided protection for the inner glove. The inner glove was molded from rubber and nylon, forming a gas-tight bladder and, once attached to the outer glove, was fastened to the wrist disconnect by means of a clamping ring. 1.15 volt fingertip lights with independently powered 30 hr, 1.5 volt battery pack were attached. The lights were operated by moving a toggle switch on each hand.
THis glove was transferred from NASA to the Museum in 1973.
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-Handwear
Manufacturer
David Clark Company, Inc.
Dimensions
3-D: 27.9 x 10.8 x 10.8cm (11 x 4 1/4 x 4 1/4 in.)
Other (wrist bearing): 4 1/4 in. (10.8cm)
Materials
Exterior: Nylon, steel,
Interior: Rubber composite impregnated nylon, steel wire protective bands.
Wrist bearing: Anodized aluminum
Inventory Number
A19730846002
Credit Line
Transferred from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
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