NASA astronauts revealed how SpaceX space suit is better than Boeing Starliner's

NASA astronauts revealed how SpaceX space suit is better than Boeing Starliner's
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0:00 - 0:27 :Intro
0:28 - 3:09 : Boeing spacesuit - Boeing Blue
3:10 - 9:22 : SpaceX IVA suit & its superiority
9:23 - 9:45: Outro
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NASA astronauts revealed how SpaceX space suit is better than Boeing Starliner's
Over the past four years, the sight of astronauts in SpaceX space suits has become so familiar that people rarely talk about it anymore. However, when Boeing recently unveiled the first images of their own space suit – the Boeing Blue – discussions flared up again, comparing the two suits. NASA astronauts, who are actually the ones wearing these suits, haven't hesitated to express their preference for the SpaceX suit.
But why is that? What makes the SpaceX suit superior to the Boeing Blue? Let’s dive into this topic in today’s episode of Tech Pace.
NASA astronauts revealed how SpaceX space suit is better than Boeing Starliner's
Since receiving NASA's Commercial Crew contract, both companies have been developing their own spacesuits. Boeing initially set an optimistic timeline for the debut of its crew spacecraft, Starliner, and its striking blue spacesuit, Boeing Blue, back in 2017. Unfortunately, Boeing's delays are a recurring theme, and space fans have had to wait over 7 more years for that to happen. According to the original schedule, June 1st, we should have also seen Starliner, carrying astronauts in the suits they've been developing for a decade, launch into space.
NASA astronauts revealed how SpaceX space suit is better than Boeing Starliner's
In terms of appearance, Boeing Blue looks relatively eye-catching with its deep sky blue color. It basically looks like an upgraded version of the pumpkin space suit used for NASA's Space Shuttle program. The shape is similar but more streamlined and less bulky. Chris Ferguson, Boeing's Director of Starliner Crew and Mission Systems and a former Space Shuttle commander, notes that the material is lighter than the Space Shuttle suit (Advanced Crew Escape Suit or ACES). Specifically, weighing only around 9 kg including integrated boots and all accessories, this suit is about 10 pounds lighter than the ACES launch and entry suit. This helps reduce pressure on the astronaut's body over long periods in space.