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Issued by Texas State University Continuing Education

Learn about the Robots in Space. Learn how the end effectors for the robotic arms were used on the Space Shuttle and the International Space Station work. Design and construct a grapple fixture that will enable the end effector to pick up an object. Estimated Time to Complete ~ 2 hours.

Type Learning
Level Foundational
Time Hours
Cost Free

Additional Details

Skills

International Space Station
Robotics
Space Shuttle

Earning Criteria

(1) Learn about NASA's robotic arm. (2) Learn about the first humanoid robot in space. (3) Learn how the end effector for the robotic arms were used on the Space Shuttle and are currently being used on the International Space Station work. (4) Design and construct a grapple fixture that will enable the end effector to pick up an object.

Standards

Relevant National Standards

3-5-ETS1-1; 3-5-ETS1-2; 3-5-ETS1-3; MS-ETS1-1; MS-ETS1-2; MS-ETS1-3; MS-ETS1-4