This boot is part of the pair of lunar overshoes that were made by ILC Industries for and worn by astronaut Jim Lovell during training sessions prior to his Apollo 13 mission in April 1970.
These boots were earlier models of those that were eventually used on the moon. They do not have the Chromel-R protective uppers, but otherwise are identical in construction to those worn on the lunar surface. They were constructed by the International Latex Corporation and were considered part of the astronaut's Extra-vehicular (EV) equipment.
The EV boots were worn over the integrated spacesuit boots as protection against extreme temperatures and sharp rocks on the lunar surface.
Transferred to the National Air and Space Museum in 1975
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-Footwear
Manufacturer
General Electric Co.
ILC Industries Inc.
Astronaut
James A. Lovell Jr.
Dimensions
Clothing: 33 x 16.5 x 20.3cm (13 in. x 6 1/2 in. x 8 in.)
Materials
Sole: Latex
Upper: Beta cloth, chrome-plated snaps
Inventory Number
A19761852001
Credit Line
Transferred from NASA - Johnson Space Center
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
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