Roscosmos Showed the Newest Orlan-MKS Spacesuit No. 7

The airtight suit allows you to be in outer space for up to 8 hours

The Russian Progress MS-32 cargo spacecraft, which will go to the ISS on September 11, will deliver equipment for work, provisions and the newest Orlan-MKS spacesuits No. 7 to the cosmonauts. This was reported by the Roscosmos press service.

Cosmonaut Kirill Peskov in a Sokol spacesuit
Image source Roscosmos

The 112 kg spacesuit has everything to ensure life:

  • Air purification from carbon dioxide
  • Maintaining oxygen levels
  • Cooling and heating system
  • Communication system
Orlan-MKS spacesuit No. 7
Image source Roscosmos

Orlan-MKS No. 7, unlike the spacesuits of the previous series, is completely autonomous. In it, you can work outside the International Space Station (ISS) for up to 8 hours. The inner sealed shell, made of high-tech fabric, has a longer lifespan. An automatic water cooling system maintains a comfortable temperature for the cosmonaut.

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