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Wary of Artemis IV timeline, NASA is changing lunar spacesuit design
"Requirements are being adjusted to reflect near-term mission needs."
https://arstechnica.com/space/2026/09/wary-of-artemis-iv-timeline-nasa-is-changing-lunar-spacesuit-design/?utm_brand=arstechnica&utm_social-type=owned&utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=social
@arstechnica The Apollo moonsuits and most proposed updates are very heavy; workable because of the Moon's low gravity. But unlike Luna's 16% surface gravity, Mars has 39%. How do you make an adequate full-pressure suit suitable for Mars?
@arstechnica NEVER a good idea.
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