This full pressure suit, designed for high-altitude use, was constructed by the David Clark Company. However, it was used during early training and development testing by astronaut Alan Shepard, prior to the final decision being made by NASA as to which suit would be used during the Gemini missions.
The suit is constructed of two layers - an internal rubber/Neoprene pressure bladder, and an aluminized cover-layer, which was designed to provide thermal insulation and control of the "ballooning" effect of pressurization.
NASA - Manned Spacecraft Center transferred the suit to the Museum in 1974.
This full pressure suit was designed for high-altitude use, constructed by the David Clark Company. However, it was used during early training and development testing by astronaut Alan Shepard, prior to the final decision being made by NASA as to which suit would be used during the Gemini missions.
The suit is constructed of two layers - an internal rubber/Neoprene pressure bladder, and an aluminized cover-layer, which was designed to provide thermal insulation and control of the "ballooning" effect of pressurization.
NASA - Manned Spacecraft Center transferred the suit to the Museum in 1974.
This object is not on display at the National Air and Space Museum. It is either on loan or in storage.