SIMULATIONS

Shuttle Docking Simulation – Guests learn about "thrust" and Newton's Laws of Motion and then become the astronaut as they try their hand at docking the Space Shuttle with the space station on realistic simulation software.  When docking the Shuttle with the International Space Station, understanding thrust and Newton’s Laws of Motion are important for success.  Guests complete their simulation through the use of joystick controls and visual cues.

Cupola – This is a walk-under representation of the cupola.  Inside, are computer simulation stations:

Robotic Arm Simulation – The Canadian robotic arm can be virtually controlled. (Just like the astronauts do in training.) Guests use a joystick and visual cues to manipulate the robotic arm as it assists in moving payloads on the ISS.

The Virtual Astronaut – Guests can virtually visit the ISS with this interactive fly-around of the ISS.  Other modules will be added as the ISS continues assembly.

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