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This is an early design for a space shuttle glove, but was never used in flight. It includes only the restraint layer and bladder. Spacesuit gloves are made of many layers of latex, foil, and tough fabric for insulation and protection, yet they are flexible enough for the astronauts to handle tools and do tasks with their fingers. Because the gloves are the most heavily used spacesuit part, they must be absolutely durable against wear and tear. Astronauts' lives depend on them.

NASA transferred this to the Museum in 1985.

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

Date

1978

Country of Origin

United States of America

Type

PERSONAL EQUIPMENT-Handwear

Manufacturer

ILC Dover, Inc.

Dimensions

3-D: 27.3 x 20.3 x 11.4cm (10 3/4 x 8 x 4 1/2 in.)

Materials

Nylon, Anodized Aluminum, Stainless Steel, Steel, Latex, Aluminum, Velcro

Inventory Number

A19850018000

Credit Line

Transferred from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration

Data Source

National Air and Space Museum

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