China´s self-developed EVA spacesuits packed into Shenzhou-7

Source: cast.cn | 09-19-2008 16:41

China's self-developed spacesuits for the extra vehicular activity (EVA spacesuits) are able to meet the requirements of spacewalk, said the spokesman of China's Manned Space Project on Sept, 2008.

The spokesman revealed that the EVA spacesuit weighs 120 kilograms and costs about 30 million yuan each.

The EVA spacesuits will provide a breathable atmosphere and a fitting humidity for astronauts. It will also protect astronauts from dramatic environmental changes and radiation in space.

Moreover, it will provide communication service for the astronauts. Currently, the EVA spacesuits have been packed into the module of Shenzhou-7 spaceship.

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Editor:Xiong Qu