Credit: Axiom Space/Oakley/Cover Images Astronauts heading to the Moon as part of NASA’s Artemis III mission will do so ...

The lunar environment poses unique visual hazards. Astronauts face intense ultraviolet radiation, sharp temperature swings, ...

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The astronaut's space helmet is where the laser and lights are projected from, and the head of the astronaut is rotatable, connected to the body with strong-ish magnets.

The visor, therefore, must perform a dual function, not only shielding the astronaut, but also ensuring clear visibility. In the past, NASA used a translucent layer of gold to block ultraviolet light.

A European Space Agency astronaut was wrapping up a 7-hour long spacewalk outside the International Space Station when he noticed water leaking into his helmet.

He peered inside Parmitano’s helmet, and tapped the visor with his gloved finger. He could see the water, which looked to him like beads of sweat. “It’s not sweat,” said Parmitano.