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Contests and Games, DIY space, Rockets

DIYROCKETS and the 3D Rocket Challenge

DIYROCKETS.com describes itself as

a global space company helping humanity establish a civilization in space by building an open space frontier.

​Our mission is to lower the cost of space exploration as much as possible by generating extremely low-cost knowledge and technology through open sourcing and crowdsourcing. We believe in harnessing the talent and resources of all to build a democratized space industry

Their  partners include Sunglass, Shapeways, the Silicon Valley Space Center, and Citizens in Space.

They are currently sponsoring a 3D ROCKET CHALLENGE

DIYROCKETS Challenges YOU to Collaboratively Design an Open Source 3D Printed Rocket Engine that Could Carry Nano-Satellites into Space

THE CHALLENGE

​Over the last few years multiple companies, institutions and individuals have started building nano-satellites and other small satellites. These little satellites are packed with electronics and range from the size of a computer chip to a smart phone to a pumpkin. With their communication and research capabilities, they have multiple applications working individually or in coordination with one another. But, with the high cost of earth to space transport, how in the world are they going to get up into space?

We challenge YOU to design a 3D printed rocket engine that could become part of a propulsion system and vehicle to carry nano-satellites into space.

 

Contests and Games, Simulators

Mars Colony Challenger – Hyperkat Games

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HyperKat Games has released the Mars Colony Challenger

Mars Colony: Challenger is a 3D first / third person game that offers you the challenge of setting up a remote base on the surface of Mars. At its core, the game was derived from a simulator where everything is interactively tied together. You will have to setup and maintain the equipment that supplies pressure and a breathable atmosphere to the base. You are also tasked with growing food, setting up communications and extracting resources in order to make the base self-sufficient. The game offers three zones, each with their unique challenges. There are 7 phases to each mission. Each of the phases expands the base and offers a new set of orders for you to complete. You advance through the ranks as you score points for your performance.

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Hyperkat-MarsColonyChallenger

 

Activism, Contests and Games

Space video contests: Golden Spike and Why Space Matters

Alan Boyle reports on two space video contests: Space ventures want your videos – Cosmic Log

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* Golden Spike Video Competition 

Golden Spike has launched a video competition for anyone who contributes to the Indiegogo crowdfunding campaign! (http://www.indiegogo.com/projects/gol…) Submit your video on why you believe Lunar exploration is important. Submissions for the first round of the competition will be accepted until Friday, March 15. All appropriate videos will be uploaded to the Golden Spike Youtube Channel where the public can vote for their favorite via the comments section. Email your video submission to: Angelica@tntcommgroup.com. Thank you!

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* Why Space Matters – Video Contest – NASA Visitor Center

Prize Details

The winner will receive a VIP trip to one of three NASA visitor centers: Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, Space Center Houston or the U.S. Space and Rocket Center. Prize includes travel and accommodations.

Contest Instructions

Enter the Why Space Matters to the Future video contest!

It’s easy!

Step 1: Tell us why you think space matters to the future.
– How has space affected, influenced or inspired you?
– What are the values and benefits of space exploration?
– Why should we continue to explore space?

Step 2: Capture your vision in a short 1-2 minute video and upload it here.

Step 3: Share your video with family and friends and ask them to vote. (Number of public votes will be one criterion used in selecting the winners)

Step 4: Compete for your chance to win a VIP trip for four to one of NASA’s premier visitor centers

Good luck!

Prize Eligibility

Only persons residing in United States who are at least 13 years of age can enter.

Contest Starts

February 25, 2013 @ 11:59 pm (CST)

Contest Ends

April 07, 2013 @ 11:59 pm (CDT)

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Activism, Contests and Games

New space video contest announced

The Coalition for Space Exploration announces a new contest:

National video contest asks the public to share “Why Space Matters to the Future”
The Coalition for Space Exploration and NASA Visitor Centers Consortium launch spring break promotion

HOUSTON – Space exploration has challenged, inspired, and improved us for more than half a century. Today, the Coalition for Space Exploration (Coalition), in partnership with the recently-formed NASA Visitor Centers Consortium announced an expansion of the Coalition’s “Why Space Matters to the Future” video contest that encourages U.S. residents to visualize what life will be like in 10, 25, or 50 years if the boundaries of space continue to expand.

Entrants submit a short video capturing their vision of why exploring space matters and how it will benefit future generations. Three winners will receive a VIP trip to one of three NASA’s visitor centers: Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex in Florida, the U.S. Space and Rocket Center in Alabama or Space Center Houston in Texas. Winning videos will be shared with the public and national leaders.

“NASA and the space industry are on the threshold of a new era of space exploration and this promotion is a fantastic opportunity for the public to participate,” said Bill Moore, chief operating officer, Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex. “We look forward to this contest opening the door for more ways for the public to personally engage in the adventure of space exploration.”

From March 1- Apr. 7, entrants can upload their videos and share them online. Public voting takes place from Apr. 8-14, with number of votes accrued being one criterion used by a panel of judges. Three winners will be announced on April 17.

The Coalition has hosted similar video competitions in recent years, but on a smaller scale.

“It is amazing to take a successful concept to the next level and engage the millions of guests who follow us online and visit NASA’s visitor centers each year,” said George Torres, chairman of the Coalition. “Some people think the U.S. space program is ending, which couldn’t be further from the truth. This contest engages the public during an important time, giving them a powerful voice to our nation’s leaders.”

For more information, contest rules and instructions, go to VisitNASA.com.

About the Coalition for Space Exploration:

The Coalition for Space Exploration is a group of space industry businesses and advocacy groups that collaborates to ensure that the U.S. remains the leader in space, science and technology by reinforcing the value and benefits of space exploration with the public and our nation’s leaders, and building lasting support for a long-term, sustainable strategic direction for space exploration.

About the NASA Visitor Centers Consortium:

The visitor centers all support NASA’s mission and goals of maintaining the integrity of NASA’s memorable past, present and future; increase public interest in math and science careers through educational and mentoring programs as well as promoting the extensive benefits of space exploration.