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Aesthetically Functional Spacesuits

Elon Musk has Revealed an Image of SpaceX's Spacesuit Design

— August 23, 2017 — Tech
For a budding commercial spaceflight company, spacesuit design is a crucial matter. Elon Musk, the CEO of SpaceX, has revealed the first image of his company's spacesuit, and it shows the degree of thought that SpaceX has put into the essential piece of equipment.

The single image, which Musk posted on Instagram, shows a man sitting in what one presumes is a SpaceX cabin, strapped into a seat. He's shown from the waist up, revealing the the spacesuit design for the torso, arms, and helmet. The trim suit looks far less bulky than the famous suits from the Apollo missions of the sixties and seventies, showing the importance of balancing aesthetic and function for commercial space travel.

Musk notes in his post that the image is not a mockup; the model is wearing a fully functional suit that has been tested to double vacuum pressure.
Trend Themes
1. Functional Spacesuit Design - There is a growing trend towards designing spacesuits that are both aesthetically pleasing and highly functional, as demonstrated by Elon Musk's reveal of SpaceX's spacesuit design.
2. Balancing Aesthetic and Function - The trend of balancing aesthetic and function is not only important in spacesuit design, but also in other industries where both visual appeal and utility are crucial.
3. Commercial Space Travel - The rise of commercial spaceflight companies like SpaceX is driving innovation in spacesuit design, creating disruptive opportunities for companies in the space travel industry.
Industry Implications
1. Space Travel - The commercial space travel industry can benefit from disruptive spacesuit designs that prioritize aesthetics and functionality.
2. Fashion and Apparel - The fashion and apparel industry can explore opportunities to incorporate functional design elements from spacesuits into everyday clothing, balancing utility and style.
3. Film and Entertainment - The film and entertainment industry can leverage spacesuit design trends to create visually appealing costumes for sci-fi movies and immersive experiences.
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