Development of the Suited Injury Modes and Effects Analysis for Identification of Top Injury Risks in Lunar Missions and Training

A new extravehicular (EVA) suit is being developed for National Aeronautics and Space
Administration’s (NASA’s) upcoming lunar missions that will be designed to operate in both the
lunar surface and in microgravity. This suit will allow for increased range of motion compared to
the current Extravehicular Mobility Unity (EMU) and Apollo era suits and have additional
features (e.g. ability to increase pressure in the field) that will enhance the health and safety of
exploration astronaut.