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>but I can't believe that NASA didn't have doctors and engineers sizing the sheaths for each astronaut I understand there's science and professionalism and all

• kinkrtyavimoodh 7y ago
  These astronauts undergo rigorous medical checks where every inch of their body is checked and double-checked. And they already come from an armed forces background where detailed medical checks are very common and there is zero shame about nudity. I am pretty sure they would not have had qualms about it if it was indeed necessary. Their space suits are already sized to their specific dimensions. Also, why does the sheath size have to be such a public thing?
• Chris_Chambers 7y ago
  You answered your own question: You justify it to the astronauts by telling them it’s to size their sheath. And what do you mean the size “changes over time”? Are you referring to erections? You think constant erections occurring every minute is a problem astronauts deal with? Also, you shouldn’t use intellectually condescending ellipses in an exchange where it’s clear that you’re the one who is a moron, not the person you’re responding to.
• DevoidSimo 7y ago
  I'd imagine width/circumference is the more important measurement, if it's too long you just have more volume to fill.