The Exploration Extravehicular Mobility Unit builds on the designs of spacesuits currently used by astronauts when they conduct spacewalks outside the International Space Station.
The new xEMU builds on the designs of spacesuits currently used by astronauts when they conduct spacewalks outside the International Space Station, although it boasts several advances, according to NASA.
The various life-support components contained in the"backpack" of the suit have also been miniaturized, meaning there are now duplicates for many parts of the system—reducing the risk of critical failures with the oxygen supply or other critical features. Not only does this mean astronauts will be safer, but they will also be able to conduct longer missions outside the spacecraft.
As in previous missions, astronauts will still wear a diaper-like garment that absorbs excrement in the event that they need to relieve themselves during long spacewalks. The orange Orion suit, on the other hand, is designed for use by Artemis astronauts inside the upcoming Orion crew capsule during launch, emergency situations, high-risk parts of the mission, and re-entry back to Earth.
The bright orange color makes it easier to spot astronauts in the ocean on Earth after reentry if they have to exit the spacecraft before recovery crews arrive. Furthermore, they are equipped with survival gear for this situation, including a rescue knife, a signaling kit, a mirror, strobe light, flashlight, whistle, flashlight, light, sticks and a personal location beacon.
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