SNC1D1 Astrotech Assignment

Astronomy has benefited greatly from the use and innovations of technology. From the
telescope to the cell phone, much of what we have today came from space exploration.

CAT & MRI Scratch-resistant Cordless Power Athletic Shoes Telescope

Technologies Lenses Tools Technology originally Our view of our place in
Scientists developed Scientists developed NASA developed a developed for the the Universe might be
Computer-Aided way for power tools boots worn on the very different had it not
Scratch-resistant
Topography (CAT) and to be used without moon. been for the invention of
lenses were developed
Magnetic Resonance cords. Today, cordless the telescope.
by NASA by applying
Imaging (MRI) power tools are
diamond-like
technologies to take everywhere. Uses for
lubricating coat over
pictures of the moon these tools have
plastic lenses proved extremely
versatile and
beneficial to society.

Choose a technology:
Choose a technology that was originally developed by NASA for studying the heavens or
space. The use of that technology would have generated data, or helped to collect data, aid in
space flight etc. but it may also have unintended consequences, culturally, socially, or
economically.

The Details:
Outline how that technology was developed and its original use(es) and discuss the following
impacts of this technology as it is commonly used today (spinoff technology):
- Scientific impact(s)
- Societal impact(s)
- Economic impact(s)
- Environmental impact(s)

Be sure to discuss the following as well:

- limitations/benefits of this technology
- any problems the technology creates(ed) or has solved with its invention.

The format of the assignment can be a Powerpoint/Google Slides, Infographic, Brochure,

etc. Be creative .

You must use a minimum of 3 references for your work. Please cite your references in APA
format.
Possible Topics List

Cell phone Cameras Joystick

Street View Mapping (ie Google Maps) Athletic Shoes

Ingestible Toothpaste Golf Balls

Infrared Thermometers Water Purifiers

Bike Helmets Bowflex exercise equipment

Golf Club / Tennis rackets Baby Formula

Remote Controlled Ovens Ski Boots

Sunglasses Freeze-drying

Computer mouse Cordless Headset

Crash Test Dummy Air Conditioning

Artificial Limbs Scratch Resistant Lens Coating

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Computer-Aided Topography (CAT)

Telescopes Thermal (Space) Blankets

Memory (TEMPUR) Foam Corrosion Resistant Coating (IC 531)

ICEMAT ice making system Air Quality Monitoring

Ergonomic Chairs Memory Golf Clubs

Invisible Braces Portable Cordless Vacuums

Cochlear Implants Aircraft anti-icing systems

Shock Absorbers for buildings CMOS image sensor (in GoPro cameras)

Solar Cells Structural Analysis Software

Other topics as approved by your teacher

**Only ONE person may research each topic so first come first served for a sign-up list.**