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In early 1942, researchers at the B.F. Goodrich Co. designed the XH-1 full pressure suit. Maj. John Kearby, of the Aero Medical Laboratory at Wright Field, Ohio, while wearing the XH-1 suit, took the suit to a simulated altitude of 60,200 feet on October 2, 1942. This was the highest simulated altitude attained at that time. The concept of thise suit was proven in altitude chamber experiements but like all early pressure suits, the XH-1 suffered from from excessive bulkiness, poor mobility and inadequate ventilation and was not adopted for production.

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Object Details
Country of Origin United States of America Type PERSONAL EQUIPMENT-Pressure Suits Manufacturer B. F. Goodrich Co.
 Physical Description Type XH-1 full pressure suit; overall brown rubberized cotton; aluminum ring fittings located on legs, shoulders, elbows and neck; pressure fittings on left and right breast; pressure zippers down front and on on back of legs. Dimensions Approximate: 35.56 x 168.91 x 71.12cm (1ft 2in. x 5ft 6 1/2in. x 2ft 4in.)
 Materials Natural rubber, Cotton, Steel, Aluminum, Brass, Leather, Plastic
 Inventory Number A19480172000 Credit Line Donated by the B. F. Goodrich Co. Data Source National Air and Space Museum Restrictions & Rights Usage conditions apply
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