Search for Sojourner: A Mission to Mars
FAST FACTS:
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NOTE: This program has been temporarily suspended until
2006 for graphic and experience upgrades.
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Standalone operation - no attendant required.
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Operates
on standard, off-the-shelf PC hardware.
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High
throughput (roughly 5 minutes per flight).
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Immersive
audio effects and 3-D scenery, with terrain based on actual
Martian landscape.
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On-the-fly training and support from "Pete", the computer-based
mission briefer.
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"Jetpack"
vehicle with unique flight characteristics and handling
qualities.
Search
for Sojourner
Movie (10.50 MB)
SHOW SEQUENCES:
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Attract
Sequence - continuous loop of graphics and audio; calls
visitors' attention to the exhibit. Guest moves joystick to
start the show.
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Mission
Briefing - led by computer-based "Pete," this audio-visual
briefing describes the search mission and instructs the pilot on
how to use the jetpack's controls and instruments.
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Flight
Sequence - the actual hands-on flight, where the guest
searches through a rock field for the missing Sojourner.
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Wrap-up
Sequence - "Pete" delivers a light-hearted assessment of the
results of the search. The show then returns to the Attract
sequence.
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS:
NOTE:
Contact MUSEUMWORX for details on latest system requirements.
Notice: all designs, dimensions and costs are
subject to change. Images are copyright protected and cannot be
used without the written consent of MuseumWorx.
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