Collins Aerospace Tests NASA Space Clothing For Space Station

ISS spacesuit testing (photo: dock. NASA)

JAKARTA Collins Aerospace, a supplier of aerospace products, has reached an important milestone. Some time ago, the company tested spacesuits for the space station.

This spacesuit was designed by the United States Aeronautics and Space Agency (NASA), but the development was carried out by Collins. After the development process is complete, it will be used on the International Space Station (ISS).

NASA did not mention the test date. They only said that this test was carried out aboard a weightless commercial microgravity aircraft. During the test, Collins tested the suitability and functionality of his clothing.

Pilot created a weightless condition for about 20 seconds by carrying out a series of maneuvers such as rollermen. This allows engineers, scientists, and students to test hardware and conduct scientific experiments in a gravitational environment like space without having to go into space, NASA explained through the official website.

According to NASA, this initial test is a very important stage. The reason is, Collins will ensure that the design NASA has created meets all system requirements. This needs to be ensured so that the clothes are safe for use.

This outfit will continue to be tested in vacuum, a room designed similar to the space atmosphere, to simulate a heavyweight. In addition, the outfit will also be tested in a 40-foot pool at NASA's Johnson Space Center.

The plan is that these spacesuits will be used by astronauts for more than two decades. This outfit is also designed to improve space exploration capabilities in Low Earth Orbit (LEO).

"This is being developed to support the maintenance and operation of stations as NASA and its international partners continue to carry out scientific research that is beneficial to mankind and demonstrate new technologies for future human and robotic missions," NASA concluded.