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- RS-25 Article (.pdf)
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- Analysis of RS-25 Article Pre-Assessment (.pdf)
- Analysis of RS-25 Article Pre-Assessment (.doc)
- Analysis of RS-25 Article Pre-Assessment Answer Key (.pdf)
- Analysis of RS-25 Article Pre-Assessment Answer Key (.doc)
- Example of Class Data Table (.pdf)
- Example of Class Data Table (.doc)
- Example of Class Data Table Answer Key (.pdf)
- Example of Class Data Table Answer Key (.doc)
- Density and Specific Strength Student Handout (.pdf)
- Density and Specific Strength Student Handout (.doc)
- Density and Specific Strength Student Handout Example Answer (.pdf)
- Final Recommendations Post-Assessment (.pdf)
- Final Recommendations Post-Assessment (.doc)
- Final Recommendations Post-Assessment Example Answer (.pdf)
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Future engineers test different alloys to determine the specific strength of each one. Based on the results, they make a recommendation to NASA on which alloy to use on engines for spacecraft.
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Instructional Ideas
- Have pupils do a web quest on the applications of alloys
Classroom Considerations
- Learners should be able to calculate density
- Samples of alloys are necessary for the activity
Pros
- Includes data tables and a final recommendations form that learners can use
- Connects learning material to a topic many pupils enjoy (NASA/Mars)
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- None