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This is a modified Advanced Extra-Vehicular Suit (AES) that was constructed in the late 1967 or early 1968. AES suits were developed for long-duration lunar activity, but were not used as the Apollo program ended. The exterior is of Chromel-R, a woven stainless steel used as a protective coverlayer on parts of Apollo suits, gloves and boots. This is the only suit known to have been covered with Chromel-R. At the time the fabric cost several hundred dollars per yard. Despite its protective characteristics, engineers decided that the cost was prohibitive.

NASA transferred this suit to the museum in 1976.

 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-Pressure Suits Manufacturer Litton Industries
 Dimensions Approximate: 60 in. tall x 30 in. wide x 16 in. deep (152.4 x 76.2 x 40.64cm)
 Materials Overall: Chromel-R, rubber,steel
Bearings: Aluminium, stainless steel
Fittings: Anodized aluminium
 Inventory Number A19820455000 Credit Line Transferred from NASA - Johnson Space Center Data Source National Air and Space Museum Restrictions & Rights Usage conditions apply
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