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Astronaut Suit

Astronomy, Guide to Space

Astronaut Helmet

31 Aug , 2009 by John Carl Villanueva

The astronaut helmet protects its wearer from micrometeoroids, solar ultraviolet as well as infrared radiation. It is made up of the protective shell, neck ring, vent pad and feed port. Protection from radiation is actually provided by the Extravehicular Visor Assembly, which is fitted over the helmet. A typical astronaut helmet like those worn in […]

astronaut helmet, feed port, neck ring, polycarbonate, space suit, vent pad

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