The space shuttle and its replacement, the Ares rocket, must be insulated from extreme temperatures. Students design, build and test a system that will protect their simulated rocket from heat.
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Thermal Protection Systems Educator Guide
Space Exploration for Advanced Placement Students
Bring space exploration to advanced students with these four lessons designed for AP Calculus and AP Physics classes.
Microgravity
This educator guide enables students to experiment with the forces and processes microgravity scientists are investigating today.
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Life in Extreme Environments Educator Conference →
Join NASA at the Jet Propulsion Laboratory near Pasadena, Calif., on Jan. 24-25, 2009. Registration ends on Jan. 16, 2009.
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NASA/NSTA Web Seminar: Discover the Universe -- From Galileo to Today →
Register online for this free Web seminar taking place on Jan. 20, 2009.
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Name the Mars Science Laboratory Rover Contest →
Students ages 5-18 years old are invited to submit name suggestions for the next rover heading to Mars. Entries are due Jan. 25, 2009.
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To the Moon: Video Podcasts
Get the latest information about NASA's efforts to return to the moon with these exploration video podcasts.
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Ares I-X Rocket
In 2009, NASA will complete the first test flight of the Ares I spacecraft. Called the Ares I-X, this test flight will bring NASA one step closer to its return to the moon.
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Microgravity Resources From CORE →
This site lists microgravity-related videos and resources available for purchase from the Central Operation of Resources for Educators. Visit the CORE Web site for more information.
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Touch the Clouds
High school rocket team members aim for the sky with their rockets and their futures.
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The Role of Microgravity in Research
Learn why microgravity is a good environment for scientific research.
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National Archives Experience: Digital Vaults →
Browse digital versions of photographs, journals and other historical documents related to NASA.