Additive Manufacturing in Space: Building in 3D

Issued by Texas State University Continuing Education

NASA's Space Technology Mission Directorate (STMD) is focused on developing the technology needed to achieve the agency's current and future missions. According to the STMD, "Sustained investments in NASA technology advance the agency's space exploration, science and aeronautics capabilities. Time to complete this badge is ~6 hours.

Type Learning
Level Foundational
Time Hours
Cost Free

Additional Details

Skills

Earning Criteria

Conduct independent exploration by watching videos that introduce Additive Manufacturing practices, concepts, and related skills. Engage in a hands-on experiment that puts into perspective the process of Additive Manufacturing for students. Explore Computer Aided Design (CAD) by utilizing CAD software design and create 3-D models. Identify different 3D printing technologies that are available and how they differ in terms of process and materials.

Standards

Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)

ETS1 Engineering, Technology, and the Application of Science, MS-ETS1: Engineering Design Process.