This full pressure glove is part of a pair made for the Mark IV High Altitude suit used by the U.S. Navy in the early 1960s, and is considered the forerunner of the Mercury suit and gloves. This particular glove is considered to be the third model of the collection.
It is constructed with an interior bladder of rubber, and an exterior of green nylon, with adjustment straps over the upper hand. The palms are of leather.
NASA transferred this helmet with other early human spaceflight test articles to the museum.
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
B. F. Goodrich Co.
Dimensions
3-D: 29.2 x 15.2cm (11 1/2 x 6 in.)
Other (Wrist Ring): 10.8cm (4 1/4 in.)
Materials
nylon, Rubber/Neoprene, Aluminum, Steel, Leather
Inventory Number
A19730864003
Credit Line
Transferred from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Restrictions & Rights
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