Kunitsa EMU
My bachelors of industrial design capstone project. I was given the target market prompt of "overlanders". I elected to explore the boundaries of that definition, and designed a space suit (EMU) for private recreational use. I interviewed self-identifying "overlanders" to learn more about what they would expect from a space suit with which they'd recreationally explore the Moon or Mars. The resulting design(s) were the product of this initial research, as well as countless iterations and prototypes.
Presentation poster, which offers a concise summary of the project goals, and features of the final model.
Another presentation poster which summarizes the process leading up to the final model.
Photographs of the presentation model of the final design. This 1:1 wearable replica of the Kunitsa was meant to give the most accurate representation possible of the EMU design.
Close up photographs of the DCM (Display and Control Module) presentation model.
Drawing of the EMU's EVA (ExtraVehicular Activity) configuration.
Drawing of the EMU's PGA (Pressure Garment Assembly).
Drawing of the PLSS (Portable Life Support System).
Drawing of the DCM (Display and Control Module).
Simplified schematic of the PLSS circuitry.
Basis of the Kunitsa's air cooling capabilities.
Concept art.
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Early mockups validating the A7LB-style zipper entry.
Early mockup validating the PLSS strap layout.
Mobility testing.
Control interaction testing.
Don/doff testing.
PLSS interaction testing.