NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration

Technology on Station

Explore the technology aboard the International Space Station. What technology exists on the station? Why is technology on the station important? Much of the technology developed and tested on the station has benefits to applications on Earth. View videos of space station technology and connect to the topics students are currently studying in the classroom. Robotics and communication systems are just a few of the topics you will find here.

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I Want to Hold Your Hand Activity -- Construct a robotic-like hand and demonstrate how to maneuver the hand to perform tasks.

HAM It Up: Amateur Radio -- Learn more about how astronauts communicate using amateur radio.