Why SpaceX suits look so sleek, and NASA’s look so clunky
While the EMU is currently more rugged and dependable than Elon Musk’s stark white space undies, that doesn’t mean the SpaceX ...
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Darth Vader's life-saving suit could work in real life – here's how
In this video, Mr. Chase makes a comparison between Darth Vader's suit and Nasa's EMU suit. He said: "[Darth Vader's] suit apparently has 10 different layers. Those 10 layers have to protect him ...
How Do Astronauts Breathe in Space?
Astronauts Piers J. Sellers (left) and David A. Wolf in the midst of a pre-breathe exercise in preparation for a spacewalk. | NASA/Johnson Space Center // Public Domain In 1997, a fire broke out on ...
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AstroPicture of the Week: The remarkably diverse suits worn by astronauts
Each iteration, from Yuri Gagarin’s pioneering SK-1 to the high-tech Orlan and EMU suits used on the International Space Station, tells a story of human ingenuity and our relentless pursuit of ...
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How Space Suits Are Evolving for Missions Beyond the Moon
Apollo: Custom-tailored for a single lunar mission, with boots made for moonwalking, Apollo-era suits were the first equipped with a life-support system. EMU: The Extravehicular Mobility Unit has ...
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Inside look at how NASA tests its new xEMU spacesuits
Following is a transcript of the video. Narrator: This isn't your traditional bathing suit. It's actually NASA's Exploration Extravehicular Mobility Unit, or xEMU, the first new flight spacesuit ...