The Mars rover, Spirit, has completed one martian year on the planet’s surface–that’s almost two Earth years. Having survived seven times its expected lifetime (of 90 martian days, or sols)…
If you love learning about NASA robots, check out the NASA Robotic Explorers webpage. You can learn about robots big or small, complex or simple, in space or on Earth.
JPL’s Mars Exploration Rover Mission website reports on the first woman to drive on Mars. From working with prototype rovers in an Earth-bound sandbox, to driving on the actual red…
Think you have what it takes to land on Mars? Then try NASA’s Mars Lander game online to see if you can get around rough terrain, deal with fuel shortages,…
NASA scientists are teaming up with Spain’s Centro de Astrobiologia to develop technology for drilling for life on Mars by practicing at a Mars-like site in southern Spain. Starting October…
The 2005 EARLY Robotics challenge has been released. For 7 to 12 years of age, EARLY Robotics is a good introduction to robotics competitions, setting the stage for future competitions…
If you want to receive information about how to apply for one of the three types of NASA FIRST Robotics Sponsorships for the 2005-2006 FIRST season, please click here!
Through a new NSF grant, Botball is offering full funding to 36 new 7th grade Botball teams. To check for eligibility and sign up, visit http://www.botball.org/nsfgrant/
Ever wonder where those Mars Exploration Rovers are after all this time? Well, check out their traverse maps to see where they’ve been (and guess where they’ll go next).
NASA has pages for students in grades K-4, 5-8, 9-12, and post secondary. You can read articles, play games, watch videos, and get homework help.
