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DIY Space Suit Dimensioning for a DIY Capsule Seat

Cameron Smith has already begun testing his pressure suit in a Tycho Deep Space II capsule seat position. The reason for this test is to find the basic human dimensions while wearing the suit. Soon, we will have more detailed data and begin the re-design process of the seat. Sketches and ideas coming up!
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Cameron Smith in his pressurized suit in a Tycho Deep Space seat configuration.Image: Cameron Smith

Dear reader,

I just want to share this wonderful photo with you.
Cameron Smith has already begun testing his pressure suit in a Tycho Deep Space II capsule seat position. The reason for this test is to find the basic human dimensions while wearing the suit.

Soon, I will receive more detailed data and begin the re-design process of the seat. Sketches and ideas coming up!

Remember, Cameron and I will be doing a Reddit Ask Me Anything session, today, Monday 25, 1PM Pacific time, 10PM Copenhagen time. The topics is space suit, life support and general human factors related to capsule and suit work at Copenhagen Suborbitals.

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Kristian von Bengtson