It also can survive a wide array of temperatures, ranging from -50 to 160 degrees Fahrenheit.

After vigorous testing, NASA approved Fisher's Space Pen.

Velcro patches were added along with a standard metal clip to facilitate the storage and attachment of the pen.

He also made two unsuccessful bids for the United States House of Representatives, first in 1954 and then in 1986.

His 1988 book, The Plan: To Restore the Constitution and Help Us All Get Out Of Debt (ISBN 0961984309), promoted this idea.