Aim: To design and build a Mars Rover using Lego Technics.
Learning Outcomes:
- Students will learn about the different parts of the Rover 'Curiosity' and what they are used for.
- Students will design and draw a Mars rover.
- Students will write a about the 5 main instruments and how they are used.
- Students will build a Rover suitable for the Mars terrain
- Students will share their model with the group.
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Purpose:
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Wheels
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they move the mar
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Laser
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It is a cutter
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Camera
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The rover has several cameras focused on engineering and science tasks. Some help us land on Mars, while others serve as our “eyes” on the surface to drive around.
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1. Draw a design of your mars rover that includes the parts above. Clearly label each part.
The drawing must be neat, clearly labelled, and coloured.
Upload a picture of your drawing onto your blog.
2. Make a Mars Rover that has the following:
- 6 wheels
- 1 camera
- 1 shovel, rock pick, at the front
- 1 solar panel
- 1 laser that points at the ground
Upload a photo of your mars rover onto your blog.
Research links:
mars.nasa.gov/msl/
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