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STEMonstrations: Engineering Design Process (video)
Astronauts Tom Marshburn and Matthias Maurer discuss how engineers use the nine steps of the engineering design process to create solutions to technical problems. Watch Tom and Matthias aboard the International Space Station to see how technology was engineered for the station’s microgravity environment and learn how station technology continues to evolve, meeting the ever-changing…
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NASA’s Eyes (Interactives)
Experience Earth, our solar system, nearby asteroids, the universe, and the spacecraft exploring them with immersive real-time 3D web-based apps. Start exploring your solar system now! https://science.nasa.gov/eyes/
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The Importance of Human Space Exploration
Is the idea of humans venturing into space a frivolous waste of time and resources? No! It’s about more than just sending people into space. It’s about pushing the boundaries of what’s possible, and using that knowledge to improve life on Earth. From developing new technologies that solve problems on Earth, to inspiring future generations…
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What Nanomaterials Are Used in Space?
Future space missions aim to reach Mars and beyond, but many challenges must be overcome before this can be achieved – and nanomaterials will play a critical role. From bio-nano robot-laced spacesuits, to radiation shielding, to new means of travelling into space, research employing nanomaterials is underway. https://www.azonano.com/article.aspx?ArticleID=4983
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Content of the Universe Pie Chart (Chart)
Planck data reveals that the universe’s contents include 4.9% ordinary matter, or atoms, the building blocks of stars and planets. Dark matter comprises 26.8% of the universe. This matter, different from atoms, does not emit or absorb light. It has only been detected indirectly by its gravity. 68.3% of the universe, is composed of “dark…
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The Human Body in Space
For more than 50 years, NASA’s Human Research Program (HRP) has studied what happens to the human body in space. Researchers are using what they learn to design procedures, devices, and strategies to keep astronauts safe and healthy throughout their missions.
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What Is a Spacesuit? Grades 5-8 (article)
A spacesuit is much more than a set of clothes astronauts wear on spacewalks. A fully equipped spacesuit is really a one-person spacecraft. The formal name for the spacesuit used on the space shuttle and International Space Station is the Extravehicular Mobility Unit, or EMU. “Extravehicular” means outside of the vehicle or spacecraft. “Mobility” means…
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Art Destined for Space Has an Earthly Impact
Whether a painting or sculpture is made in orbit or forged on terra firma and launched to the stars, the minds creating the new genre of space-centric art are using this rare creative category to raise funds and awareness for important earthly causes. https://www.barrons.com/articles/art-destined-for-space-has-an-earthly-impact-01630701380
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Living in Space (resource)
From the challenges of providing optimal nutrition to managing the risks posed by microgravity, scientists and engineers from NASA work to predict, assess, and solve the problems that humans encounter in space. Through such research, NASA can develop systems that help humans thrive in space. https://www.nasa.gov/humans-in-space/living-in-space/
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Two Space Stories In 2024 Will Determine The Future Of Humanity (article)
A long-awaited space mission in the coming year could herald the start of a new era where so many science fiction dreams finally begin to cement themselves as science fact. But first we must pass a critical test of our own making that pits our technological expansion into orbit against the sun itself. https://www.forbes.com/sites/ericmack/2023/12/31/two-space-stories-in-2024-will-determine-the-future-of-humanity/?sh=44f950816453
