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xEMU (Exploration Extravehicular Mobility Unit)
Developed for the Artemis program, aims to provide better mobility, protection, and support for longer missions on the Moon and Mars.
MHU-5/P Space Suit
A hypothetical space suit concept designed for potential future manned missions to Venus’ upper atmosphere.
Gemini Space Suit
Improved mobility for in-space operations, added layers for micrometeoroid protection, and incorporated a life support system.
Mercury Space Suit
Modified high-altitude jet aircraft pressure suit, which introduced the full-body pressurization concept.
Sokol Space Suit
Worn during launch and landing of the Soviet/Russian Soyuz spacecraft; meant to keep the cosmonaut alive in case of accidental cabin depressurization.
Orlan Space Suit
Russian suit designed for spacewalks, offers a rear-entry design, which allows a cosmonaut to don the suit more quickly.
NAS Prototype Space Suit
A concept for a nanotechnology-augmented space suit, potentially allowing for self-healing material and sensors woven into the fabric.
Z-1 Prototype Space Suit
Known as the 'Buzz Lightyear' suit due to its color scheme, the Z-1 was a prototype for mobility and ease of entry through a hatch.
I-Suit (I-Spacesuit)
NASA's prototype suit designed for improved mobility on planetary surfaces, with joints allowing for squatting and bending.
Advanced Crew Escape Suit (ACES)
An upgrade from the Shuttle Flight Suit, designed to be worn during ascent and descent of the Space Shuttle post-Challenger disaster.
Shuttle Flight Suit (S1035)
A more lightweight and comfortable suit designed for launch and landing of the Space Shuttle, not intended for EVA.
Z-2 Prototype Space Suit
Next iteration in advanced space suit design, with enhanced durability for potential use on Mars or asteroids.
Extravehicular Mobility Unit (EMU)
Designed for shuttle and International Space Station missions, it's capable of supporting an astronaut for up to 8.5 hours of EVA.
Apollo Space Suit (A7L)
Custom-fitted modular suit designed for lunar exploration, included a Portable Life Support System (PLSS) backpack.
Bio-Suit
A concept for a skintight suit utilizing mechanical counter-pressure, which could be the next evolution in space suits for enhanced mobility and reduction of mass.
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