This olive green pressure suit is a demonstration model of B. F. Goodrich's Mark V. The suit has with one developmental arm, with large convoluted shoulder and elbow hinges; diagonal zipper, two pressure gages and one opening on torso, one pressure gauge on left arm, and one on left leg.
BFG designed the Mark V spacesuit for Project Apollo during the early 1960s. The over-sized shoulder joint provided an expanded level of mobility. However, with three astronauts sitting side-by-side in a capsule the size of the front seat of a small car, the suit was not feasible for the Apollo mission.
NASA transferred this suit to the Museum.
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: 26.67 x 160.02 x 76.2cm (10 1/2in. x 5ft 3in. x 2ft 6in.)
Materials
nylon, rubber/neoprene, brass, aluminum, neoprene-coated nylon, steel, PVC, cotton-canvas, leather
Inventory Number
A19800041000
Credit Line
Transferred from NASA
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
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