orion-13

This asteroid game educates users about resources available to us outside of planet Earth. This is an opportunity to explore and learn about the composition of asteroids and use that information to our benefit, so we are not using up Earth’s resources. Throughout the game, the player is informed about what asteroids are made of and what kinds of materials are available to use in outer space, by receiving data from Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL). The kids will learn different procedures for extracting materials from the asteroids. For example, one of the many mining techniques is using magnetic rakes. This method is performed when asteroids are covered in loose grains; the spacecraft can gather the materials with a magnet.

Most asteroid games are about blowing things up, but not ours. In Orion 13, children will learn the good uses of asteroids. Young kids are the future, so if we get them interested in the wonders of space, they might make new discoveries that will give us a better understanding of our universe. They will learn about the different types of asteroids and how to benefit from each one. Also, people will learn about the asteroid belt and where it is located. This game will be a good way to teach kids how to do quick thinking and problem solving. If during the game, there is a warning that you are running low on fuel, you will be forced to think quickly on what to do next and how to do it in the most efficient way.

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