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For Students 6th - 12th
Explore the science of space exploration. Pupils consider technological advances in propulsion, communication, power, navigation, and imaging. They select one of these areas and create a timeline of historical progress that contributed...
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Discovering Lewis & Clark

Discovering Lewis & Clark: Technology

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about the role of technology in the Lewis and Clark expedition.
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Her Emobility: Smart Transportation: Smart Transport Systems: An Intro

For Students 9th - 10th
In large cities, transport is becoming a growing challenge, both for commuters and for city officials who want to improve efficiency, reduce pollution, and reduce frustration for drivers and commuters. Smart transport systems use new...
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Smart Buildings, Transport, and Grids

For Students 9th - 10th
The advantages and security risks of "Smart" uses of technology in buildings, transportation, and grids are discussed.
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Society for Science and the Public

Science News for Students: New Waves for Safe Flying

For Students 9th - 10th
Discusses technology being used to improve airport security in the wake of the terrorist attacks in recent years. [Date of Article: April 28, 2010]
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Virginia Historical Society

Virginia Historical Society: Waging War: The Battlefront: The First Modern War?

For Students 9th - 10th
Discusses some of the new military and other technologies that were used during the Civil War in Virginia.