This spacesuit was constructed by the Hamilton Standard Corporation for the US Air Force, MOL (Manned Orbiting Laboratory) program in the early 1960s. The MOL program was an Air Force intelligence-gathering program that never became operational.
The suit was a front-opening, full pressure suit, incorporating many new design features, which included a one-piece helmet and gloves with stainless steel "finger-nails".
Transferred to NASM from NASA - Manned Spacecraft Center in 1973.
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
Hamilton Standard
Dimensions
Approximate: 5ft 2in. x 2ft 3in. x 8in. (157.48 x 68.58 x 20.32cm)
Materials
Exterior: HT Nylon, polyester, anodized aluminium, steel, brass, rubber/neoprene, neoprene-coated nylon, velcro
Interior: Rubber/Neoprene, polyester, aluminium
Inventory Number
A19730860000
Credit Line
Transferred from NASA - Manned Spacecraft Center
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
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