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Completed TRL 4 (started at 3, targeting 4)
The Lightweight and Robust Exploration Space Suit (LARESS) task is seaking to reduce life cycle costs of the space suit system and increase crew safety and mobility during human surface exploration by developing lightweight and robust upper torso and brief space suit structures.
•Advancements in Lightweight and robust materials for space suit hardware
•New material manufacturing techniques focused on consistent and simplified manufacturing
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