Glencoe Physical Science with Earth ScienceUnit 6:
Interactions of MatterMars RoversProject Type: Model Introduction: The Opportunity rover in Meridiani Planum
discovered round concretions, called “blueberries,” which indicate that water
may once have existed on the surface of Mars. The rover confirmed that the
concretions were hematite deposits. The fact that the hematite was deposited
on top of other features suggests that it was deposited in a standing body of
water. In this unit project, students will design a blueprint of a Mars rover
using their own designs. Task: In small groups, have students research the Mars rovers. Students may design
blueprints of an electronic robot including remote controls and the capability
to move, scoop, and retrieve. Encourage students to create a working model of
their rover using donated and recycled materials. Time: 1 class period to complete the research and 2 class periods to design a blueprint
and model. Resources:
Have students visit these web sites for more information on Mars rovers. Mars Rovers http://marsrovers.jpl.nasa.gov/home/
Space Flight Now http://spaceflightnow.com/mars/mera/041228heatshield.html
Mars Quest http://www.marsquestonline.org/mer/
Wikipedia http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mars_Exploration_Rover_Mission
Martian Rover Rolls Free of Trap http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/sci/tech/4612649.stm
Rubric: Click here for a rubric to help you score this project.
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