This is a developmental spacesuit that the B. F. Goodrich Company made for testing in preparation for the Gemini space program. This pressure suit was used by astronaut Alan Sheppard during NASA's Project Gemini space program. BFG based this suit on their Mercury spacesuit, adding thermal and radiation protection for the longer flights and possible exposure to open space that was planned for the Gemini program.
NASA selected the prototype provided by another competing company, the David Clark Company over this one. The agency transferred the suit to the Museum in the late 1960s.
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: 20.32 x 157.48 x 76.2cm (8in. x 5ft 2in. x 2ft 6in.)
Materials
Exterior: Aluminized nylon
Interior: Rubber/Neoprene mix
Connectors: Aluminized aluminium
Zipper: Brass, cotton
other: Aluminized Nylon, nylon, cotton, steel, velcro, PVC, brass, anodized aluminum
Inventory Number
A19690036000
Credit Line
Transferred from NASA, Manned Spacecraft Center.
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
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