MESA Moon Base Quiz

What is the main purpose of the engineering lab book in the Moon Base project?

• To demonstrate the application of the Engineering Design Process

• To record attendance

• To list team members

• To track expenses

What material should be used to construct the original structure for the Moon Base project?

• Recycled cardboard

• Plastic

• Metal

• Wood

What is a common occurrence on the moon that the Moon Base project must consider?

• Meteor strikes

• Earthquakes

• Volcanic eruptions

• Tornadoes

What is the purpose of keeping a lab book throughout the design process?

• To help keep a designer on track

• To increase project costs

• To reduce team size

• To eliminate the need for meetings

What is the maximum thickness allowed for the cardboard used in the structure?

• 3mm

• 5mm

• 7mm

• 10mm

What must the minimum interior clearance fit within the structure?

• A 10 cm radius half sphere

• A 15 cm radius half sphere

• A 20 cm radius half sphere

• A 25 cm radius half sphere

What is the penalty for failing to properly label the structure?

• 5% penalty

• 10% penalty

• 15% penalty

• 20% penalty

What is the minimum dimension for the openings in the structure?

• 5 cm across and 5 cm in height

• 10 cm across and 10 cm in height

• 15 cm across and 15 cm in height

• 20 cm across and 20 cm in height

What is the purpose of the specification check before load testing?

• To determine if the structure conforms to weight, dimension, and construction rules.

• To ensure the structure is aesthetically pleasing.

• To verify the structure's color scheme.

• To check if the structure is waterproof.

The “astronaut” in the Moon Base competition is represented by:

• A 12 oz standard soda can (height 12.1 cm)

• A small action-figure astronaut model

• A ping-pong ball

• A 500 mL water bottle