The Prada-Designed LCVG Circulates Cooled Water Under Astronauts' Suits
Amy Duong — June 9, 2026 — Art & Design
References: axiomspace
The Liquid Cooling and Ventilation Garment (LCVG) is a specialized undersuit developed by Axiom Space and Prada for NASA's next-generation AxEMU spacesuit. Worn directly against the astronaut's skin, the garment serves as the first layer inside the lunar suit system planned for future Artemis missions. A network of narrow tubes runs throughout the garment, circulating cooled water around the body to remove excess heat generated during activity on the Moon. The system transfers that heat to the spacesuit's life-support equipment, helping maintain a stable internal temperature during extended surface operations.
Prada contributed expertise in engineered knitting, textile development, patternmaking, and garment construction to improve mobility and comfort. The garment also incorporates airflow channels that supply oxygen and assist with carbon dioxide removal inside the suit. A redundant cooling circuit provides backup thermal regulation if the primary system becomes unavailable.
Image Credit: Axion Space
Prada contributed expertise in engineered knitting, textile development, patternmaking, and garment construction to improve mobility and comfort. The garment also incorporates airflow channels that supply oxygen and assist with carbon dioxide removal inside the suit. A redundant cooling circuit provides backup thermal regulation if the primary system becomes unavailable.
Image Credit: Axion Space
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