From NASA spacesuit research to racing suit underwear

Washington DC (SPX) Jun 11, 2021

Punishing speeds aren't the only challenge facing drivers at the NASCAR All-Star Race; they also face extreme heat in the driver's seat. And when you're in the hot seat, NASA technology can help you keep your cool. This season, several NASCAR racers are wearing undergarments made from a heat-stabilizing material originally designed to keep astronauts comfortable on spacewalks even when the tempe