National 4-H Council - Rockets To The Moon

National 4-H Council worked with Groove Jones to build an engaging educational journey through an Augmented Reality (AR) experience. The goal was to deliver an interactive web application that would immerse users in the excitement of a rocket launch while teaching the science behind it. The AR environment features a rocket on its launch pad. Users control variables such as mass, thrust, and duration.

After launching the AR experience, users will come to a landing page. By tapping the “play in AR” button, they'll dive into crafting their personalized virtual rocket, gearing it up for an escape from Earth's gravity, and ultimately transporting their astronaut to the moon.

Once the user positions the rocket in front of them, they will utilize the slides located at the bottom of their screen. These sliders allow them to fine-tune elements: adjusting future fuel reserves, determining the number of engines, and setting engine cut-off times. Additionally, users can tap on the rocket to apply personal touches to its appearance.

Users can explore different rocket components by clicking on their respective icons. This allows them to make informed adjustments to the sliders. The Capsule, housing travelers at the rocket's apex, underscores its limited space. Fuel Tanks serve as reservoirs for the nitrogen and oxygen essential for the rocket's power. Engines, pivotal in directing thrust against Earth's gravity, propel the rocket skyward. After adjusting the sliders to their preferences, the rocket lifts off into space. A new screen promptly reveals whether users have succeeded in accomplishing their mission or failed.