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This pressure suit was used for training during NASA's Project Mercury by astronaut Alan Shepard. During NASA's first human spaceflight program the B. F. Goodrich Company modified their high altitude Mark IV pressure suits for use in space. This suit shows damages from rigorous use and the natural decay of the materials inside it.
NASA transferred this spacesuit to the Museum.
This pressure suit was used for training during NASA's Project Mercury by astronaut Alan Sheppard. During NASA's first human spaceflight program the B. F. Goodrich Company modified their high altitude Mark IV pressure suits for use in space. This suit shows damages from rigorous use and the natural decay of the materials inside it.
NASA transferred this spacesuit 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
Astronaut
Alan B. Shepard Jr. Manufacturer
B. F. Goodrich Co. Dimensions
Overall: 20.32 x 66.04 x 157.48cm (8in. x 2ft 2in. x 5ft 2in.) Materials
Exterior: Aluminized nylon
Interior: Rubber/Neoprene mix
Connectors: Aluminized aluminium
Zipper: Brass, cotton,
other: Aluminum, phenolic resin, neoprene-coated nylon, nylon webbing, steel Inventory Number
A19690033000
Credit Line
Transferred from NASA Manned Spacecraft Center.
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
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