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Without the benefit of Earth's atmosphere, astronauts need devices such as this one to keep them alive during their missions. This emergency life support system was developed during training for Gemini missions. It allowed astronauts to control the flow of oxygen into their spacesuits and would have been affixed to their chest pack. This unit was redesigned to minimize its size and weight for use in space.

The unit's designer, LTV Aerospace Corporation, donated this version to the Museum 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-Life Support Manufacturer LTV Aerospace Corporation
 Dimensions 3-D: 31.8 x 55.9 x 16.5cm (12 1/2 x 22 x 6 1/2 in.)
 Materials Aluminum, paint, Velcro, plastic, steel, copper, cadmium coating, paper, adhesive
 Inventory Number A19731451000 Credit Line Gift of LTV Aerospace Corporation Data Source National Air and Space Museum Restrictions & Rights Usage conditions apply
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