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[–] sxan@midwest.social 2 points 1 month ago* (last edited 1 month ago) (1 children)

For the sake of argument, maybe the balls are not insulated to improve radiant cooling. Who wants sweaty balls in space?

[–] Don_alForno@feddit.org 2 points 1 month ago (1 children)

But then, shouldn't the crotch of the suit be black to further improve emission?

[–] sxan@midwest.social 4 points 1 month ago (1 children)

You're underestimating just how brave astronauts need to be. A second reason there's less padding there: to make room.

[–] Rhaedas@fedia.io 3 points 1 month ago

This is the best theory.