Knitting to the Moon!

Knitting to the Moon!

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Interactive Video

Physics, Science, Other, Engineering

11th Grade - University

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The video explores the Apollo missions' guidance computers, which used core rope memory, a unique form of read-only memory woven by skilled workers. This memory was crucial for navigation, especially when communication with Earth was impossible. The video details the challenges of creating reliable, lightweight, and robust memory for space travel, highlighting the intricate process of manufacturing and testing core rope memory. The video concludes with acknowledgments to supporters.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary challenge faced by the Apollo missions that required advanced guidance computers?

Communicating with Earth during the entire mission

Navigating the complex orbital mechanics

Ensuring the spacecraft was lightweight

Avoiding cosmic radiation

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why was core rope memory considered suitable for space missions?

It was cheaper than other memory types

It could store unlimited data

It was lightweight and robust

It was easy to modify during the mission

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did core rope memory store data?

By using magnetic disks

By weaving wires through magnetic rings

By using paper punch cards

By storing data on steel tape reels

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a significant drawback of core rope memory?

It was too heavy for space travel

It could not withstand temperature changes

It was prone to data loss during power outages

It was read-only and required perfect programming

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the role of skilled workers in the creation of core rope memory?

They wove the wires through magnetic rings

They designed the spacecraft

They programmed the computers

They tested the software on mainframes