High-pressure protective systems technology

Abstract

Space suit assemblies developed in the past provide candidate concepts to meet future extravehicular-activity requirements. The paper is concerned with the development of the modular 8-psi Ames AX-3 high-pressure suit assembly on the basis of a review of existing suit assemblies, component developments, and mobility exercises. The discussion covers description of the AX-3 suit, its performance, and technology developments. In conclusion, high-pressure space suit technology is demonstrated with the development of the Ames AX-3 suit assembly. Several photographs and diagrams supplement the text.