This developmental, full pressure suit was part of a series of pressure suits developed by B.F. Goodrich in the early and middle 1950s. The advanced features of this suit included the ability of the wearer to walk erect and sit while pressurized. This feature was developed as earlier suits had a tendency to open a gusset zipper while seated in an aircraft, and this was difficult to close. Another feature was the zippered sizing adjustments and a bayonet-type helmet/neck disconnect.
NASA Johnson Space Center transferred this suit and its gloves and helmet to the National Air and Space Museum in 1977.
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
B. F. Goodrich Co.
Dimensions
Approximate: 4ft 8in. x 2ft 5in. x 1ft (142.24 x 73.66 x 30.48cm)
Materials
Neoprene-coated nylon, cotton, nylon, brass, steel, aluminum, rubber (silicone)
Inventory Number
A19820457000
Credit Line
Transferred from NASA - Johnson Space Center
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
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