Suiting Up for Space: Fascinating NASA Spacesuit Facts

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Custom Fit: Tailored for each astronaut

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Expensive: Costs around $12 million each

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Layered: Made of 14 layers for safety and comfort

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Life-Support: Includes oxygen and CO2 management

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HUD Helmets: Provides critical info during missions

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Mobility: Designed for easy movement in zero gravity

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Extreme Ready: Withstands -250°F to +250°F

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Future Suits: Lighter, flexible, and moon-mission-ready

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