spacesuits of the future

The next-gen designs in development right now

“Walking boots have not been required since we last visited the Moon”

Nasa Z-2 prototype

Year revealed: 2014 Scheduled first use: Prototype only similar in design to the current EMU, the Z-2 is an upgraded planetary spacesuit concept intended to offer improved mobility with adjustable shoulder and waist sizes. Astronauts will enter the suit through a new style back hatch.

Boeing starliner suit

Year revealed: 2017 Scheduled first use:

Crewed test flights in 2018–19 the starliner’s launch and re-entry IVA suit is around five kilograms lighter than the current Aces. Improvements also include touchscreen-friendly gloves and a zip-fastened helmet.

spacex suit

Year revealed: 2017 Scheduled first use: Crewed test flight in late 2018 not much information has been released about the spacex suit. the futuristic IVA has been designed to be sleek in form and function, with the potential to offer crew members increased mobility and dexterity.

spider Flyer-walker suit

Year revealed: 2017 Scheduled first use: Prototype only this innovative concept from Lockheed Martin is an eight-legged suit equipped with small thrusters, enabling future Mars astronauts to collect samples and work on the Red Planet’s surface while anchored to the ground.