By Sakshi Sah
Published Jan 05, 2025

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8 incredible facts about NASA’s space suits that will amaze you

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Spacesuits are high-tech gear that protect astronauts during spacewalks and beyond.

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The official name for NASA’s spacesuit is the Extravehicular Mobility Unit (EMU).

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EMU stands for ‘Extravehicular’ (outside the spacecraft) and ‘Mobility’ (allowing astronauts to move).

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Spacesuits protect astronauts from extreme temperatures, providing both heat and cooling.

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During spacewalks, spacesuits supply astronauts with oxygen and even hold water to drink.

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Spacesuits shield astronauts from dangerous space dust, which can travel faster than bullets.

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Special gold-lined visors protect astronauts from harmful radiation and intense sunlight.

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Each suit is made up of multiple layers, each with a unique job, like keeping oxygen in or blocking space dust.

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Under the suit, astronauts wear cooling clothing with water tubes to keep them comfortable.

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