China
High-tech apparel for astronauts
Source: CRI | 09-22-2008 09:10
Special Report: China's First Spacewalk
![In this September 18, 2008 photo, a researcher shows a rubber shoulder pad designed for the astronaut who will complete China's first spacewalk later this month. The Shenyang Rubber Research & Design Institute has designed a series of equipment to help astronauts with their mission. China is expected to launch its third manned spacecraft, Shenzhou-7, between September 25 and 30. An astronaut will conduct a spacewalk during the mission. [Photo: Xinhua]](http://www.cctv.com/english/20080922/images/1222045885520_1222045885520_r.jpg) |
| In this September 18, 2008 photo, a researcher shows a rubber shoulder pad designed for the astronaut who will complete China's first spacewalk later this month. The Shenyang Rubber Research & Design Institute has designed a series of equipment to help astronauts with their mission. China is expected to launch its third manned spacecraft, Shenzhou-7, between September 25 and 30. An astronaut will conduct a spacewalk during the mission. [Photo: Xinhua] |
