Missions

AVA Challenge

Start your mission today!

Choose from several 9-step STEM design sprints based on challenges facing Artemis & the Australian space industry.

You can join the AVA Challenge at any time throughout the year!

Scenarios

– Earth Observation: Milo Institute – Arizona State University
– Robotics: Trailblazer – The Australian Space Agency
– Home on the Moon: Aldrin Family Foundation
– Growing Food in Space: Magnitude.io
– AI in Space
– Telecommunications in Space

Run at your own pace, using the content on this site.

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Mission 1 | Introduction

WEBINAR: intro to the weekly challenges

Hear from space industry representatives & design experts as well as learn about the 2022 AVA challenge structure & opportunities for students.

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Mission 2 | Define

Define the problem

Describe the problem or need in detail to gain understanding. Think about and discuss initial thoughts.

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Mission 3 | Identify

Identify the constraints

Outline the specific boundaries for which the project will be confined.

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Mission 4 | Brainstorm

Find possible solutions

Create, develop, and communicate ideas.

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Mission 5 | Design

The most promising solutions

Investigate options, refine ideas, create & communicate solutions to solve problems.

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Mission 6 | Prototype

Your solution

Produce a model or prototype of the best possible solution.

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Mission 7 | Evaluate

Test your solution

Evaluate the solution against the identified problem.

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Mission 8 | Iterate

Improve your solution

Refine design solutions, revise, and continually improve.

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Mission 9 | Communicate

Share your solution

Communicate and share design solutions to key stakeholders.

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