Expo Exhibits
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Find exhibits that meet your interests! Use these dropdown menus to filter over 500 exhibits by age range, subject area, keyword or organization name.
We have also created several "Tracks" for various age groups: each track is a selection of 10-15 exhibits that share a common theme.
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3D Journey Across Mars
by Lockheed Martin
Section NM-4,
Booth Number(s) 4100
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Have you ever wondered what the surface of Mars looks like? Or wanted to explore the deepest trenches of the earth? Allow your dreams to become reality as our Augmented Reality Viewer brings these images to life. Come put on your 3D visor to view detailed images of the surface of Mars, the Lockheed Martin Ikonos satellite, an underground cave system, and a map of the world.
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Be a Fighter Pilot - F-35 Simulator
by Lockheed Martin
Section MA-C,
Booth Number(s) 1000
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Roll, dive, bank, and zoom your way through the air at 30,000 feet. Our Aeronautics F-35 Simulator puts you in the pilot's seat as you pilot your fighter plane through Air to Air, Air To Ground, Landing and Takeoff operations.
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Have You Seen This App?
by Lockheed Martin
Section NM-4,
Booth Number(s) 4100
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I didn't know my phone could do that! Come and explore how we use applications to do facial recognition, biometrics, and use signals to pinpoint your location. See how your everyday electronics can be used to help protect our nation.
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Soaring Through DC Helicopter Experience
by Lockheed Martin
Section MA-C,
Booth Number(s) 1000
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Soar through the skies of Washington DC. This demonstration puts you at the hands of a helicopter. Pilot your way up, down, left, right, and spin your way through an aerial tour of our nation's capital.
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Sprockit the Interactive Robot
by Lockheed Martin
Section WP,
Booth Number(s) 1132
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Come meet Sprockit! Have a chat with our interactive robot and see just how much he loves science. Be prepared though, as much as Sprockit loves to throw out trivia, you might also be asked to answer a question or two.
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Virtusphere - Taking Virtual Reality to the Next Level
by Lockheed Martin
Section MA-C,
Booth Number(s) 1000
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Come and experience virtual reality at it's best. Walk, jump, roll, crawl, and run your way over unlimited distances and detailed environments as the our Virtusphere uses new locomotion technology to take your virtual reality experience to the next level.
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You Solve the Case! Next Generation Intelligence Analysis
by Lockheed Martin
Section WP,
Booth Number(s) 1130
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You be the detective! We take investigative intelligence technology to the next level by combining the Microsoft Surface Table, iPhone, iPad and Windows 7 Tablet PCs to allow you to gather and solve clues all with the touch and slide of a finger
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Lockheed Martin and NCIS: See the Technology and Meet the Actors
by Lockheed Martin
Section NM-2,
Booth Number(s) 2100
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We bring engineering and Hollywood together in DC! Come and meet two actors from the hit TV show NCIS as they pose for photos, sign autographs, and MC the Lockheed Martin Engineering Primetime demonstration.
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LMEngineering Primetime
by Lockheed Martin
Section NM-2,
Booth Number(s) 2100
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Ready, Set, Go! Immerse yourself in our latest, realistic virtual technology. Race your way to the finish line as you virtually explore real cities around the world and compete against real people in this virtual scavenger hunt. Come prove you have what it takes to win!
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Meet the Astronauts
by Lockheed Martin
Section NM-4,
Booth Number(s) 4100
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Do you dream about becoming an astronaut? Come and meet our astronauts and hear stories that will help you turn your dreams into reality. This special appearance will include both a speaker Q&A Panel
and an autograph session.
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Star Art! A StarLab Planetarium Constellation Experience
by Lockheed Martin
Section NM-4,
Booth Number(s) 4100
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See the night sky light up as The Explore-It-All StarLab Planetarium incorporates engaging visuals and hands-on activities to bring you the constellation experience. Be sure to check out the model of the Hubble Telescope as well to see how scientists take those amazing pictures of our universe.
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Stepping into the Unknown - The Future of Human Space Exploration
by Lockheed Martin
Section NM-2,
Booth Number(s) 2100
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Blazing a bold new journey of human space exploration and discovery, the Orion Crew Exploration Vehicle will replace the Space Shuttle, support the International Space Station, and expand the reaches of space exploration. Come see the future of space flight and how Orion will take humans to Mars!
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3D Virtual Environment Exploration - The Human Immersive Lab
by Lockheed Martin
Section NM-1,
Booth Number(s) 100
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This demonstration presented by us will send participants into a virtual reality environment inside the belly of the F-35 jet fighter. Students will find themselves interacting with the Weapons Bay of an F-35 Carrier Variant and exploring how this plane is considered the next generation air superiority fighter of our nation.
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Power Your World
by Lockheed Martin
Section NM-1,
Booth Number(s) 100
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Ever wonder how much energy it takes to power your PS3? Xbox360? What about your TV? Or your Refrigerator? Our demonstration answers all these questions and more as you explore how wind energy is produced.
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Robot Raceway
by Lockheed Martin
Section WP,
Booth Number(s) 1125
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Grab hold of your creative and competitive instincts as you design and program your own robotic race car and compete against your fellow students to see who can race past the finish line and capture the checkered flag first.
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5th Gear Simulated Robotics Competition
by Lockheed Martin
Section NM-2,
Booth Number(s) 2100
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Let the games begin! Take control of your virtual robot and work in teams of 3 as you drive your robot through a simulated game course. Can you help your team score the most points and win before time runs out?
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Unraveling DNA
by Life Technologies Foundation
Section NM-6,
Booth Number(s) 694, 696, 698
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Come learn how to decode the mysteries of DNA. Learn how DNA sequencing is used in real world applications such as conservation of Cheetahs in Namibia, forensic analysis to help solve crimes and medical developments for tissue typing and pathogen detection (like H1N1).
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Science Funhouse
by Camp GEMS
Section PA-13,
Booth Number(s) 1360
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Experience some oozing, bubbling and eye catching science with the scientists at GEMS: ooey gooey slime, the wonders of dry ice, and tricking our eyes with optical illusions!
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Rocket Mania
by Aerospace Industries Association - Team America Rocketry Challenge
Section NM-4,
Booth Number(s) 420, 422, 424, 426, 428, 430, 432, 434, 436, 438
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Checkout DIY rockets you can build and launch! Find out about rocket clubs you can join! Play aerospace Jeopardy! Win prizes! And learn why aerospace engineers have more fun!
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STEM Learning Afterschool-Style
by Afterschool Alliance
Section FP,
Booth Number(s) 1408
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Come see the potential of afterschool programs as a venue for hands-on, engaging STEM experiences for children and youth! Staff and students from a range of programs will demonstrate the exciting, innovative ways that youth engage in STEM learning in the non-school hours and offer opportunities for participation. We will also celebrate Lights On Afterschool, the national public awareness day for afterschool programs. This annual event is celebrated by over 1 million people across the country.
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Calling All Mystery Solvers!
by Agilent Technologies
Section NM-6,
Booth Number(s) 600, 602, 604, 606
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Come play the role of a Crime Scene Investigation (CSI) detective and solve a "Who Wrote the Ransom Note" mystery using paper chromatography. Act as a petroleum engineer and investigate many different materials to contain and, clean up a simulated oil spill. And there is more. Learn how engineers use sophisticated instruments to test water, food and analyze DNA. Lord Kelvin was right when he said, "To measure is to know."
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Visions of Exploration- Real Science, Real Issues, Real World
by Air Force Association
Section MA-L,
Booth Number(s) 1077
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Learn about the latest in Science discoveries!. Visions of Exploration is an education partnership between the Air Force Association, USA TODAY Education, and teachers. The program provides educators with classroom resources that motivate students to explore topics in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM). Together we prepare students for the world beyond the classroom.
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Off We Go Into the Wild Blue Yonder
by Air Force Research Laboratory
Section NM-3,
Booth Number(s) 314, 316
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Come learn how we lead, discover, develop and deliver the science that
profoundly impacts the future Air Force and expands the horizon of
scientific knowledge. We will be demonstrating the ways we explore and
research Micro Air Vehicles (MAVs), particularly, the biologically-inspired
mechanics of flight. As a participant, you will be able to assemble
ornithopters while our scientists and engineers explain the mechanics and
real-life applications of this exciting research.
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Talkin' Trash: You Can Make a Litter Difference
by Alice Ferguson Foundation
Section NM-3,
Booth Number(s) 309
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Do you know what happens to the trash you "throw away"? Try this hands-on challenge to see if you know how long it takes common household trash to "disappear" after being discarded.
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What Can You Do About Climate Change?
by Alliance for Climate Education
Section MA-C,
Booth Number(s) 1032
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Learn about climate change and how you can take action. We'll break it down for you in a way you've never seen! Join us at the USA Science & Engineering Festival Expo!
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Why Science & Engineering Matter: Innovation, Competitiveness, Jobs and Our Kids Future
by Alliance for Science & Technology Research in America
Section FP,
Booth Number(s) 1442
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Learn how you can use our internet tools and volunteer network to make contact with your elected officials at all levels to discuss your enthusiasm for science and engineering. See how your own State ranks in terms of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) education, and what role Research & Development (R&D) funding plays in your local economy's success by using ASTRA's State STEM Ed Report Cards and the State R&D Ranking Sheets.
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Be a Ham!
by Amateur Radio Relay League
Section FP,
Booth Number(s) 1440
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Experience non-stop fun in many areas, such as talking to others locally and around the world, participating in transmitter hunts, and learning about the science and engineering of amateur radio.
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Do You Want to Become An Earth Doctor?
by American Academy of Environmental Engineers
Section NM-2,
Booth Number(s) 252
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Environmental engineers help the Earth to stay healthy. You could call them Earth Doctors. Learn what environmental engineers do to maintain the health of the Earth and all living creatures. Who helps clean the water we use? Who helps clean the air we breathe? Come experience interactive demonstrations of rainfall and wastewater management systems. Learn what environmental sustainability means. See examples of Award Winning environmental engineering projects from around the world.
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The Science of Humanity
by American Anthropological Association
Section FP,
Booth Number(s) 1438
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What makes us alike and different as individuals? How do bones, teeth and artifacts record our everyday experiences? Come explore the nature and mechanisms of human diversity with biological anthropologists and archaeologists, the scientists who study what it means to be human across time and space.
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Meet the Scientists!
by American Association for the Advancement of Science
Section MA-G,
Booth Number(s) 1014
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Learn about cool science and engineering jobs and have your questions answered by top scientists. Leading researchers will offer short presentations and then answer questions on a range of topics, from astronomy and robotics to zoology. Presentations might include, for example, exciting physics and chemistry demonstrations, talks on hip-hop music and math, spiders, bees, dinosaurs, and more. Students, teachers, parents, and everyone with a curious mind will be encouraged to interact directly with the scientists.
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The Science Inside You
by American Association for the Advancement of Science
Section NM-6,
Booth Number(s) 678
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Get under your own skin with activities that reveal what makes you tick. Learn about your heart, brain, skeleton, skin and more through fun hands-on activities. The AAAS team will challenge you to test your reflexes, memory, nutrition savvy and other working parts of your body that keep your motor running. See how much you know about you!
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What would it be like to be a Medical Physicist?
by American Association of Physicists in Medicine
Section NM-2,
Booth Number(s) 284
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Imagine you're assisting the planning for radiation treatment for a brain tumor. What would that look like? How does a computer model radiation? Learn what goes into radiation treatment from computerized planning to immobilization. See what electron energy looks like. Learn what a medical physicist is in the arena of radiation treatment and the imaging and diagnosis of cancer.
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Science From A[stronaut] to Z[oologist]
by American Association of University Women
Section PA-13,
Booth Number(s) 1205
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Have fun learning about famous women in science and exciting careers through hands-on activities from our branch programs for girls across the country. Parents and educators: Stop by to learn about easy things you can do to encourage girls in science and math.
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Explore the Transforming Power of Chemistry
by American Chemical Society
Section NM-5,
Booth Number(s) 518, 520, 522
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Our bodies, world, and universe are all based on the miraculous science of chemistry! Children, teens and adults are invited to visit with our scientists and join them in hands-on activities that will illustrate how chemistry improves people's lives every day through its transforming power. Learn how green chemistry is making the world cleaner and safer; put on your goggles and make some "flubber"; watch short videos that illustrate the chemistry of everyday life; and have your photo taken with the ACS Mole!
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Explore the Energy of Earth Science!
by American Geological Institute
Section NM-3,
Booth Number(s) 360
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Make the earth quake! Build a quake-resistant structure! Watch a cool video! Join the American Geological Institute for exciting activities that illuminate connections among the interacting systems of Earth Science: Geosphere, Hydrosphere, Atmosphere, and Biosphere. Our special focus here is the theme of Earth Science Week 2010 - "Exploring Energy!"
The American Geological Institute is a participant of the Evolution Thought Trail.
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Earth In Space
by American Geophysical Union
Section MA-C,
Booth Number(s) 1030
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From earthquakes to climate change to the solar wind -- Join us on this great adventure as we explore the mysteries of our planet.
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Healthy Lives, Healthy Economy, Healthy World - Medical and Biological Engineering in Our Lives
by American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering
Section PA-13,
Booth Number(s) 1211
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Visit the AIMBE booth to see some of the biological and medical engineering devices which help to improve the quality of life of you and your family and friends. See, feel, hold medical devices typically not seen, like the pacemaker, the artificial heart, or crops modified to be drought or insect resistant.
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