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This early Gemini spacesuit, which had the NASA designation G2-C, was made for and worn by astronaut John Young, during spacesuit developmental and training exercises. The suit has the early boots, originally with an aluminized coating - later Gemini boots were covered with high temperature nylon.

The suit consisted of five major assemblies: the main torso, helmet, boots, gloves and neck seal, with a constant wear garment worn underneath. It permitted considerable freedom of movement while pressurized, and was equipped with communication and bio-medical transmission equipment.

Transferred from NASA in 1982.

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

David Clark Company, Inc.

Astronaut

John W. Young

Dimensions

Approximately: 5 in. deep x 69 in. long x 25 in. wide

Materials

Overall: HT-Nylon, brass, aluminium, velcro, rubber/neoprene
Neck Ring Disconnect: Anodized Aluminium
Other: Plastic, aluminized nylon

Inventory Number

A19820456000

Credit Line

Transferred from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration

Data Source

National Air and Space Museum

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