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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 Restrictions & Rights Usage conditions apply
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