NASA | Mona Lisa on the Moon

NASA | Mona Lisa on the Moon

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Interactive Video

Other, Physics, Science

5th - 12th Grade

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The video discusses the Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter's (LRO) use of a laser altimeter as it orbits the Moon. It highlights a novel experiment where the LRO team used laser communication to send an image of the Mona Lisa to a satellite at the Moon. The process involved dividing the image into pixels and sending them using retimed laser pulses. Scientists corrected transmission errors and verified the image upon its return. This experiment paves the way for future high data rate laser communication, which could be integral to NASA's upcoming Moon missions.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the unique experiment conducted with the Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter's laser?

Sending a picture of the Mona Lisa to the satellite

Measuring the temperature of the Moon's surface

Tracking the movement of lunar dust

Communicating with Mars rovers

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did scientists send the image of the Mona Lisa to the spacecraft?

By using sound waves

By adjusting the timing of laser pulses

By using radio waves

By sending it through a physical cable

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What technique was used to correct transmission errors in the image sent to the LRO?

Utilizing manual error correction

Employing quantum computing

Applying common techniques used in CDs and DVDs

Using advanced encryption methods

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What system was used to verify the final image once it was returned to Earth?

NASA's Hubble Space Telescope

The ELROSE radio telemetry system

The International Space Station

The Mars Rover Communication System

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What future application does this experiment with the LRO's laser communication suggest?

Creating laser light shows on the Moon

Developing laser-based weapons

High data rate laser communication for future Moon missions

Using lasers to power spacecraft