Coverlayer Cuff, G-4-C, White, Gemini 4
Object Details
- Manufacturer
- David Clark Company, Inc.
- Astronaut
- Edward H. White, II
- Summary
- This cover-layer cuff is part of the pair was worn by astronaut Ed White on the Gemini 4 mission in June, 1965, during which he became the first American to "walk in space."
- The cuffs were worn over his wrist, where the sunlight would have heated the aluminium locking rings to an excessive temperature had they not been protected by these cuffs. They are made of the same high-temperature nylon as the spacesuit, and fitted in place with the help of a small elastic band.
- NASA transferred the suit to the Museum in 1967.
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- See more items in
- National Air and Space Museum Collection
- Credit Line
- Transferred from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration
- Data Source
- National Air and Space Museum
- Inventory Number
- A19670210006
- Type
- PERSONAL EQUIPMENT-Pressure Suits-Parts & Structural Components
- Restrictions & Rights
- Usage conditions apply
- Materials
- HT Nylon
- Dimensions
- Overall: 6 3/4in. x 5 3/4in. (17.15 x 14.61cm)
- Record ID
- nasm_A19670210006
Cream-colored cuff cover with serious light damage on one side. One elastic end.
