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NASA NTRS · 19730023280

Space suit

Abstract

A pressure suit for high altitude flights, particularly space missions is reported. The suit is designed for astronauts in the Apollo space program and may be worn both inside and outside a space vehicle, as well as on the lunar surface. It comprises an integrated assembly of inner comfort liner, intermediate pressure garment, and outer thermal protective garment with removable helmet, and gloves. The pressure garment comprises an inner convoluted sealing bladder and outer fabric restraint to which are attached a plurality of cable restraint assemblies. It provides versitility in combination with improved sealing and increased mobility for internal pressures suitable for life support in the near vacuum of outer space.

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Shepard, L. F., Durney, G. P., Case, M. C., Kenneway, A. J., III, Wise, R. C., Rinehart, D., Bessette, R. J., Pulling, R. C.. 1973-08-14. Space suit. https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/19730023280

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