This dome or hemispherical-shaped helmet was designed to give the wearer a wide range of vision, while maintaining full pressure. The helmet is made of polycarbonate with an anodized aluminum neck ring that fits directly into the neck ring of the suit.

This helmet was constructed in 1964 and was experimental, designed for the series of advanced extra-vehicular suits made for NASA during the 1960s and 1970s.

Transferred from NASA Johnson Space Center in 1977.

 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-Helmets & Headwear Dimensions 3-D: 20.3 x 35.6cm (8 x 14 in.)
 Materials Overall: Polycarbonate dome
Disconnect system: Aluminum and steel
 Inventory Number A19820453001 Credit Line Transferred from NASA - JSC Data Source National Air and Space Museum Restrictions & Rights Usage conditions apply
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