Drones

Coding in Action uses the Parrot Mini Drones for this competition. The best way to connect these drones to your device is by using the Parrot Free Flight Mini app available for download on the app store. Students will program the App through Tynker.

Shuttle Landing

The most important part of a space expedition is the return home. Astronauts must enter the Earth's atmosphere at such a precise angle, that even one degree off can have devastating results. Students will need to guide their drone to a safe landing inside the rings. The closer students land in the center of the target, the more points they will receive.

Asteroid Field

Navigating through obstacles is an important part of traveling through space. One small collision could end in disaster. Students will need to guide their drone safely through the asteroid field and avoid colliding with any objects. Each ring is smaller than the last but also worth more points, higher risk leads to higher reward.

Solar Orbit

Orbiting the sun isn't as simple as flying in a circle. Astronauts must account for the gravitational pull and more! Students will need to direct the drone to orbit around the sun. If they are able to orbit and land on the top as well (does not have to be a perfect landing) they can earn massive points.

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