This is a Hazardous Environment Protective Assembly (HEPA) suit. Spacesuit manufacturer David Clark Company, Inc. made these suits for technicians to wear while assisting astronauts and technicians in hypobaric chambers when testing spacesuits. Wearing the suits meant that they could enter the chambers before re-pressurization in case of an emergency. These suits resemble the Gemini spacesuits manufactured by the David Clark Company.
NASA transferred this suit to the Museum in 1985.
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
David Clark Company, Inc.
Dimensions
Approximate: 21.59 x 173.99 x 76.2cm (8 1/2in. x 5ft 8 1/2in. x 2ft 6in.)
Materials
Exterior: HT-1 Nomex, Velcro, brass, steel, stainless steel
Interior: Link Net Nomex, Neoprene-coated nylon, Mylar, Velcro, Polyester, Rubber Latex/Neoprene mix
Neck Ring: Anodized aluminium
Wrist Bearings: Anodized aluminium, rubber
Other: Rubber (silicone), plastic
Inventory Number
A19850221000
Credit Line
Transferred from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
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