NASA's Cold Quest: Testing Spacesuit Gear for Lunar South Pole Mission
NASA is putting its next-gen spacesuit gloves and boots to the test in the frigid conditions of CITADEL, a cryogenic chamber that mimics the lunar south pole's extreme cold. These AxEMU suits, developed with Axiom Space and Prada, aim to overcome glove thermal challenges and ensure astronaut safety in temperatures that can hit a staggering -414°F. Current tests point out design shortcomings, making it a critical mission for future Artemis explorations.
Apr 26