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Large Exhibits
Vision for Space Exploration Experience Trailer
> Large (3008 x 1960, 300 ppi)
> Medium (720 x 469, 72 ppi)
> Small (100 x 75, 72 ppi)
The Vision for Space Exploration Experience exhibit is housed in a 53-foot-long tractor and trailer rig. The exhibit is designed to share with visitors NASA's exploration goals to return to the moon and travel to Mars and beyond. The experience is intended to inspire visitors as they embark on a simulated journey into space.
The exhibit begins with a cosmic waiting area where visitors will learn what they will need to travel to the moon and Mars. Holographic video maps of the moon and Mars will allow visitors to learn more about their surfaces, the history of NASA’s research on each, and future plans for exploration. The second section of the exhibit features a hexagonal theater with an interactive floor that allows visitors to feel as if they are walking on the surfaces of the moon and Mars. This section of the exhibit also explains NASA’s future plans of traveling back to the moon to create a working environment that will help ensure safe future travel further into the solar system.
> Large (2768 x 1896, 300 ppi)
> Medium (720 x 493, 72 ppi)
> Small (100 x 75, 72 ppi)
This exhibit should be staffed with at least 4-5 people and requires an 80X30 outdoor space. It travels to large, family-oriented events such as festivals, fairs, large sporting events, and museums. This exhibit is normally booked 1 to 2 years in advance.
Vision for Space Exploration Experience Dome
> Large (3504 x 2336, 300 ppi)
> Medium (720 x 480, 72 ppi)
> Small (100 x 75, 72 ppi)
The Vision for Space Exploration Experience Dome is designed to share with visitors NASA’s exploration goals to return to the moon and travel to Mars and beyond.
The exhibit features a hexagonal theater with an interactive floor that allows visitors to feel as if they are walking on the surfaces of the moon and Mars. The dynamic, floor-to-ceiling theater presentation also explains NASA’s future plans of traveling back to the moon to create a working environment that will help ensure safe future travel further into the solar system.
> Medium (720 x 419, 72 ppi)
> Small (100 x 75, 72 ppi)
The Vision for Space Exploration Experience Dome also features two holographic moon and Mars maps that will be placed outside of the dome. These interactive maps will allow visitors to learn more about the surfaces of the moon and Mars, the history of NASA’s research on each, and future plans for exploration.
This exhibit should be staffed with at least 4 people and requires a 30x40 indoor space. This exhibit normally targets large, family oriented venues such as home and garden shows, museums, technical conferences, and trade shows. This exhibit is normally booked 1 to 2 years in advance.
Space Shuttle Launch Experience
> Large (2400 x 1800, 300 ppi)
> Medium (720 x 540, 72 ppi)
> Small (100 x 75, 72 ppi
The objective of the Space Shuttle Launch Experience is to expose the general public to a simulated Space Shuttle launch using high-quality audio and video. The purpose is to inspire the public to follow Space Shuttle missions with a new appreciation for the effort involved in getting to orbit. The exhibit also informs guests about the importance of the Shuttle as a resource, citing the benefits it provides to science and the national economy. In addition to audio and video, such objectives are conveyed through the use of models, hardware and artifacts. This exhibit should be staffed.
> Exhibit Data Sheet (PDF, 399 Kb)
The Vision for Space Exploration
> Large (2400 x 1800, 300 ppi)
> Medium (720 x 540, 72 ppi)
> Small (100 x 75, 72 ppi)
The Vision for Space Exploration exhibit demonstrates both the short- and long-term goals of NASA, covering such subjects as the Shuttle's Return to Flight, the Crew Exploration Vehicle, robotic and human missions to the Moon and Mars, and further exploration of our solar system. The exhibit features two semi-circular trusses with interchangeable graphic light boxes, audio and video, and six free-standing kiosks for display of models, hardware, and artifacts. This exhibit should be staffed.
> Exhibit Data Sheet (PDF, 374 Kb)
NASA @ Your Library
> Large (2400 x 1800, 300 ppi)
> Medium (720 x 540, 72 ppi)
> Small (100 x 75, 72 ppi)
The NASA @ Your Library exhibit features an interactive computer station and a media tower. The computer station features six computers, each addressing one of the following topics: Shuttling to Space, Business in Space, Science in Space, Laboratory in Space, Living in Space, and Future in Space. The media tower displays four DVD presentations that highlight NASA's contributions to health, home and transportation, environment and agriculture, and commerce. The computer station and the media tower can each be displayed independently.
> Exhibit Data Sheet (PDF, 398 Kb)
Great Moonbuggy Race/Student Launch Initiative
> Large (2400 x 1800, 300 ppi)
> Medium (720 x 540, 72 ppi)
> Small (100 x 75, 72 ppi)
The Great Moonbuggy Race/Student Launch Initiative (SLI) exhibit introduces visitors to these two NASA-sponsored events through the use of graphics and two looping video presentations. The exhibit also displays past entries from each of these events.
> Exhibit Data Sheet (PDF, 306 Kb)
Mobile Theater
Temporarily unavailable
> Large (2400 x 1800, 300 ppi)
> Medium (720 x 540, 72 ppi)
> Small (100 x 75, 72 ppi)
The Mobile Theater is a self-contained, tented exhibit for outdoor presentations. Designed to accommodate an audience of twenty-five, the exhibit features a variety of DVD-based videos about space exploration, the Vision for Space Exploration and the Space Shuttle.
Depending on available space, this exhibit is often displayed with the 1:15 Scale Mobile Space Shuttle and the Vision Timeline Kiosks. (Individual data sheets are available for these components.)
> Exhibit Data Sheet (PDF, 415 Kb)
Space Shuttle Main Engine (SSME)
> Large (1037 x 778, 72 ppi)
> Medium (516 x 387, 72 ppi)
> Small (100 x 75, 72 ppi)
The Space Shuttle Main Engines (SSME's) are the three main engines on the Space Shuttle orbiter. They are clustered at the aft end of the Orbiter. They have achieved 100% flight success with a demonstrated reliability of over 0.999. The SSME is a reusable, staged-combustion cycle engine. They are constructed by Pratt & Whitney's Rocketdyne Division. They operate for 8 minutes and 40 seconds for each flight, with a combined output of 37 million horsepower. Each one weighs 7,748 lbs, is 14 feet long and 7.5 feet wide.
Small Exhibits/Kiosks
Vision Timeline Kiosks
> Large (2400 x 1800, 300 ppi)
> Medium (720 x 540, 72 ppi)
> Small (100 x 75, 72 ppi)
The Vision Timeline Kiosks present visitors with a clear view of the near and long term goals of NASA's space program. The timeline begins at present day, covering the Vision for Space Exploration -- including Return to Flight, Crew Exploration Vehicle, human and robotic missions to the Moon and Mars, and exploration of our outer solar system by the year 2040.
> Exhibit Data Sheet (PDF, 285 Kb)
Solar System Scale Model
> Large (2400 x 1800, 300 ppi)
> Medium (720 x 540, 72 ppi)
> Small (100 x 75, 72 ppi)
The Solar System Scale Model is designed to supplement other vision-related travelling exhibits, but also works well as a stand-alone interactive. The exhibit includes one flagged marker for each planet at a scaled distance from the first marker -- the sun. The kiosks can be connected by a chalk line, creating a nearly 1/3 mile (1,520 feet) walking trail to give visitors a visual understanding of the vast distances spacecraft must travel to explore other regions of the solar system.
> Exhibit Data Sheet (PDF, 311 Kb)
Space Exploration Theater
> Large (2400 x 1800, 300 ppi)
> Medium (720 x 540, 72 ppi)
> Small (100 x 75, 72 ppi)
The Space Exploration Theater is designed to resemble a partial Space Shuttle cockpit. Guests sit in the pilot's seat as they use the joystick to navigate a series of audio and video clips. These short video presentations highlight many aspects of the Vision for Space Exploration, including the Shuttle's Return to Flight, completion of the International Space Station, and the exploration of Mars and beyond.
> Exhibit Data Sheet (PDF, 329 Kb)
NASA Boom Box
> Large (2400 x 1800, 300 ppi)
> Medium (720 x 540, 72 ppi)
> Small (100 x 75, 72 ppi)
The objective of the NASA Boom Box is to expose the general public to a simulated Space Shuttle launch and to inspire them to follow Space Shuttle missions with a new appreciation for the efforts involved in getting to orbit. The exhibit also informs the public about the importance of the Shuttle as a resource and the benefits it provides to the national economy. Such objectives are conveyed through the use of two video presentations.
Augmented by custom graphics and signage, this indoor exhibit can be used to display any space-related DVD presentation. The volume can be manually adjusted to simulate actual levels at viewing distances.
> Exhibit Data Sheet (PDF, 356Kb)
Hubble Space Telescope
> Large (2400 x 1800, 300 ppi)
> Medium (720 x 540, 72 ppi)
> Small (100 x 75, 72 ppi)
The Hubble Space Telescope (HST) exhibit is designed to introduce the viewer to the mission and accomplishments of the HST. Hubble has been orbiting the earth at an altitude of about 370 miles since it was released by the Space Shuttle Discovery in April 1990. The exhibit is updated periodically to reflect the current status and exciting discoveries of the HST.
> Exhibit Data Sheet (PDF, 75 Kb)
Mars Globe
> Large (3008 x 1960, 300 ppi)
> Medium (720 x 469, 72 ppi)
> Small (100 x 75, 72 ppi)
The Mars Globe is a replica of the red planet based on images taken by the Viking orbiters.
Moon Globe
> Large (3008 x 1960, 300 ppi)
> Medium (720 x 469, 72 ppi)
> Small (100 x 75, 72 ppi)
The moon globe is a replica of the moon’s surface. Various moon craters are highlighted.
Murals/Backdrops
NASA Insignia 10-foot Mural
> Large (2400 x 1800, 300 ppi)
> Medium (720 x 540, 72 ppi)
> Small (100 x 75, 72 ppi)
The NASA Insignia 10-foot mural is designed to be used as a simple backdrop for NASA events and media presentations.
> Exhibit Data Sheet (PDF, 238 Kb)
Marshall Space Flight Center 10-foot Mural
> Large (2400 x 1800, 300 ppi)
> Medium (720 x 540, 72 ppi)
> Small (100 x 75, 72 ppi)
The Marshall Space Flight Center 10-foot mural is designed to introduce the visitor to past, present and future NASA accomplishments through the use of images.
> Exhibit Data Sheet (PDF, 263 KB)
Vision Timeline 10-foot Mural
> Large (2400 x 1800, 300 ppi)
> Medium (720 x 540, 72 ppi)
> Small (100 x 75, 72 ppi)
The Vision Timeline 10-foot mural is designed to introduce the visitor to the Vision for Space Exploration through the use of images and text.
> Exhibit Data Sheet (PDF, 252 Kb)
Lunar Sample 10' Mural
> Large (2400 x 1800, 300 ppi)
> Medium (720 x 469, 72 ppi)
> Small (100 x 75, 72 ppi)
The Lunar Sample 10-foot mural is designed to accompany the Apollo 15 Lunar Sample kiosk. (A separate data sheet is available for this option.) It may also be used as a stand-alone backdrop for media events.
> Exhibit Data Sheet (PDF, 273Kb)
Vision for Space Exploration Experience Trailer
> Large (3008 x 1960, 300 ppi) 
> Medium (720 x 469, 72 ppi)
> Small (100 x 75, 72 ppi)
The Vision for Space Exploration Experience exhibit is housed in a 53-foot-long tractor and trailer rig. The exhibit is designed to share with visitors NASA's exploration goals to return to the moon and travel to Mars and beyond. The experience is intended to inspire visitors as they embark on a simulated journey into space.
The exhibit begins with a cosmic waiting area where visitors will learn what they will need to travel to the moon and Mars. Holographic video maps of the moon and Mars will allow visitors to learn more about their surfaces, the history of NASA’s research on each, and future plans for exploration. The second section of the exhibit features a hexagonal theater with an interactive floor that allows visitors to feel as if they are walking on the surfaces of the moon and Mars. This section of the exhibit also explains NASA’s future plans of traveling back to the moon to create a working environment that will help ensure safe future travel further into the solar system.
> Large (2768 x 1896, 300 ppi) 
> Medium (720 x 493, 72 ppi)
> Small (100 x 75, 72 ppi)
This exhibit should be staffed with at least 4-5 people and requires an 80X30 outdoor space. It travels to large, family-oriented events such as festivals, fairs, large sporting events, and museums. This exhibit is normally booked 1 to 2 years in advance.
Vision for Space Exploration Experience Dome
> Large (3504 x 2336, 300 ppi) 
> Medium (720 x 480, 72 ppi)
> Small (100 x 75, 72 ppi)
The Vision for Space Exploration Experience Dome is designed to share with visitors NASA’s exploration goals to return to the moon and travel to Mars and beyond.
The exhibit features a hexagonal theater with an interactive floor that allows visitors to feel as if they are walking on the surfaces of the moon and Mars. The dynamic, floor-to-ceiling theater presentation also explains NASA’s future plans of traveling back to the moon to create a working environment that will help ensure safe future travel further into the solar system.
> Medium (720 x 419, 72 ppi) 
> Small (100 x 75, 72 ppi)
The Vision for Space Exploration Experience Dome also features two holographic moon and Mars maps that will be placed outside of the dome. These interactive maps will allow visitors to learn more about the surfaces of the moon and Mars, the history of NASA’s research on each, and future plans for exploration.
This exhibit should be staffed with at least 4 people and requires a 30x40 indoor space. This exhibit normally targets large, family oriented venues such as home and garden shows, museums, technical conferences, and trade shows. This exhibit is normally booked 1 to 2 years in advance.
Space Shuttle Launch Experience
> Large (2400 x 1800, 300 ppi) 
> Medium (720 x 540, 72 ppi)
> Small (100 x 75, 72 ppi
The objective of the Space Shuttle Launch Experience is to expose the general public to a simulated Space Shuttle launch using high-quality audio and video. The purpose is to inspire the public to follow Space Shuttle missions with a new appreciation for the effort involved in getting to orbit. The exhibit also informs guests about the importance of the Shuttle as a resource, citing the benefits it provides to science and the national economy. In addition to audio and video, such objectives are conveyed through the use of models, hardware and artifacts. This exhibit should be staffed.
> Exhibit Data Sheet (PDF, 399 Kb)
The Vision for Space Exploration
> Large (2400 x 1800, 300 ppi) 
> Medium (720 x 540, 72 ppi)
> Small (100 x 75, 72 ppi)
The Vision for Space Exploration exhibit demonstrates both the short- and long-term goals of NASA, covering such subjects as the Shuttle's Return to Flight, the Crew Exploration Vehicle, robotic and human missions to the Moon and Mars, and further exploration of our solar system. The exhibit features two semi-circular trusses with interchangeable graphic light boxes, audio and video, and six free-standing kiosks for display of models, hardware, and artifacts. This exhibit should be staffed.
> Exhibit Data Sheet (PDF, 374 Kb)
NASA @ Your Library
> Large (2400 x 1800, 300 ppi) 
> Medium (720 x 540, 72 ppi)
> Small (100 x 75, 72 ppi)
The NASA @ Your Library exhibit features an interactive computer station and a media tower. The computer station features six computers, each addressing one of the following topics: Shuttling to Space, Business in Space, Science in Space, Laboratory in Space, Living in Space, and Future in Space. The media tower displays four DVD presentations that highlight NASA's contributions to health, home and transportation, environment and agriculture, and commerce. The computer station and the media tower can each be displayed independently.
> Exhibit Data Sheet (PDF, 398 Kb)
Great Moonbuggy Race/Student Launch Initiative
> Large (2400 x 1800, 300 ppi) 
> Medium (720 x 540, 72 ppi)
> Small (100 x 75, 72 ppi)
The Great Moonbuggy Race/Student Launch Initiative (SLI) exhibit introduces visitors to these two NASA-sponsored events through the use of graphics and two looping video presentations. The exhibit also displays past entries from each of these events.
> Exhibit Data Sheet (PDF, 306 Kb)
Mobile Theater
Temporarily unavailable
> Large (2400 x 1800, 300 ppi) 
> Medium (720 x 540, 72 ppi)
> Small (100 x 75, 72 ppi)
The Mobile Theater is a self-contained, tented exhibit for outdoor presentations. Designed to accommodate an audience of twenty-five, the exhibit features a variety of DVD-based videos about space exploration, the Vision for Space Exploration and the Space Shuttle.
Depending on available space, this exhibit is often displayed with the 1:15 Scale Mobile Space Shuttle and the Vision Timeline Kiosks. (Individual data sheets are available for these components.)
> Exhibit Data Sheet (PDF, 415 Kb)
Space Shuttle Main Engine (SSME)
> Large (1037 x 778, 72 ppi) 
> Medium (516 x 387, 72 ppi)
> Small (100 x 75, 72 ppi)
The Space Shuttle Main Engines (SSME's) are the three main engines on the Space Shuttle orbiter. They are clustered at the aft end of the Orbiter. They have achieved 100% flight success with a demonstrated reliability of over 0.999. The SSME is a reusable, staged-combustion cycle engine. They are constructed by Pratt & Whitney's Rocketdyne Division. They operate for 8 minutes and 40 seconds for each flight, with a combined output of 37 million horsepower. Each one weighs 7,748 lbs, is 14 feet long and 7.5 feet wide.
Small Exhibits/Kiosks
Vision Timeline Kiosks
> Large (2400 x 1800, 300 ppi) 
> Medium (720 x 540, 72 ppi)
> Small (100 x 75, 72 ppi)
The Vision Timeline Kiosks present visitors with a clear view of the near and long term goals of NASA's space program. The timeline begins at present day, covering the Vision for Space Exploration -- including Return to Flight, Crew Exploration Vehicle, human and robotic missions to the Moon and Mars, and exploration of our outer solar system by the year 2040.
> Exhibit Data Sheet (PDF, 285 Kb)
Solar System Scale Model
> Large (2400 x 1800, 300 ppi) 
> Medium (720 x 540, 72 ppi)
> Small (100 x 75, 72 ppi)
The Solar System Scale Model is designed to supplement other vision-related travelling exhibits, but also works well as a stand-alone interactive. The exhibit includes one flagged marker for each planet at a scaled distance from the first marker -- the sun. The kiosks can be connected by a chalk line, creating a nearly 1/3 mile (1,520 feet) walking trail to give visitors a visual understanding of the vast distances spacecraft must travel to explore other regions of the solar system.
> Exhibit Data Sheet (PDF, 311 Kb)
Space Exploration Theater
> Large (2400 x 1800, 300 ppi) 
> Medium (720 x 540, 72 ppi)
> Small (100 x 75, 72 ppi)
The Space Exploration Theater is designed to resemble a partial Space Shuttle cockpit. Guests sit in the pilot's seat as they use the joystick to navigate a series of audio and video clips. These short video presentations highlight many aspects of the Vision for Space Exploration, including the Shuttle's Return to Flight, completion of the International Space Station, and the exploration of Mars and beyond.
> Exhibit Data Sheet (PDF, 329 Kb)
NASA Boom Box
> Large (2400 x 1800, 300 ppi) 
> Medium (720 x 540, 72 ppi)
> Small (100 x 75, 72 ppi)
The objective of the NASA Boom Box is to expose the general public to a simulated Space Shuttle launch and to inspire them to follow Space Shuttle missions with a new appreciation for the efforts involved in getting to orbit. The exhibit also informs the public about the importance of the Shuttle as a resource and the benefits it provides to the national economy. Such objectives are conveyed through the use of two video presentations.
Augmented by custom graphics and signage, this indoor exhibit can be used to display any space-related DVD presentation. The volume can be manually adjusted to simulate actual levels at viewing distances.
> Exhibit Data Sheet (PDF, 356Kb)
Hubble Space Telescope
> Large (2400 x 1800, 300 ppi) 
> Medium (720 x 540, 72 ppi)
> Small (100 x 75, 72 ppi)
The Hubble Space Telescope (HST) exhibit is designed to introduce the viewer to the mission and accomplishments of the HST. Hubble has been orbiting the earth at an altitude of about 370 miles since it was released by the Space Shuttle Discovery in April 1990. The exhibit is updated periodically to reflect the current status and exciting discoveries of the HST.
> Exhibit Data Sheet (PDF, 75 Kb)
Mars Globe
> Large (3008 x 1960, 300 ppi) 
> Medium (720 x 469, 72 ppi)
> Small (100 x 75, 72 ppi)
The Mars Globe is a replica of the red planet based on images taken by the Viking orbiters.
Moon Globe
> Large (3008 x 1960, 300 ppi) 
> Medium (720 x 469, 72 ppi)
> Small (100 x 75, 72 ppi)
The moon globe is a replica of the moon’s surface. Various moon craters are highlighted.
Murals/Backdrops
NASA Insignia 10-foot Mural
> Large (2400 x 1800, 300 ppi) 
> Medium (720 x 540, 72 ppi)
> Small (100 x 75, 72 ppi)
The NASA Insignia 10-foot mural is designed to be used as a simple backdrop for NASA events and media presentations.
> Exhibit Data Sheet (PDF, 238 Kb)
Marshall Space Flight Center 10-foot Mural
> Large (2400 x 1800, 300 ppi) 
> Medium (720 x 540, 72 ppi)
> Small (100 x 75, 72 ppi)
The Marshall Space Flight Center 10-foot mural is designed to introduce the visitor to past, present and future NASA accomplishments through the use of images.
> Exhibit Data Sheet (PDF, 263 KB)
Vision Timeline 10-foot Mural
> Large (2400 x 1800, 300 ppi) 
> Medium (720 x 540, 72 ppi)
> Small (100 x 75, 72 ppi)
The Vision Timeline 10-foot mural is designed to introduce the visitor to the Vision for Space Exploration through the use of images and text.
> Exhibit Data Sheet (PDF, 252 Kb)
Lunar Sample 10' Mural
> Large (2400 x 1800, 300 ppi) 
> Medium (720 x 469, 72 ppi)
> Small (100 x 75, 72 ppi)
The Lunar Sample 10-foot mural is designed to accompany the Apollo 15 Lunar Sample kiosk. (A separate data sheet is available for this option.) It may also be used as a stand-alone backdrop for media events.
> Exhibit Data Sheet (PDF, 273Kb)