How to Write a Report for NASA Space Apps Challenge Step-by-step guide to structure your project report
Introduction • Overview of the Challenge: - Briefly explain the challenge selected from NASA Space Apps Challenge. - Mention why the team chose this challenge (personal interest, societal relevance, technological advancement).
Problem Definition • Describe the Problem: - Clearly state the problem your project addresses. - Relate the problem to broader scientific, technical, or societal challenges.
Understanding the Data • NASA Open Data: - Discuss the open data sources provided by NASA and how they are relevant to your project. - Include any other data sources your team used.
Approach and Methodology • Team Roles: - Detail each team member's role and contribution. • Technology Stack: - List the technologies and programming languages used. • Data Application: - Describe how you utilized the open data in your solution.
Solution Design • Concept Overview: - Present a detailed description of your solution (include diagrams or screenshots). • Key Features: - Highlight the key features of your solution and how they solve the identified problem.
Challenges Encountered • Technical and Logistical Challenges: - Discuss the main difficulties faced during the project, both technical and team-related. • Solutions Implemented: - Explain how your team overcame these challenges.
Results and Impact • Project Outcomes: - Describe what your team achieved by the end of the hackathon. • Potential Impact: - Discuss the real-world applications and potential future use of your solution.
Future Work and Scalability • Next Steps: - Identify areas for further development or improvements. • Scalability: - Discuss how your project could scale and its potential for broader implementation.
Acknowledgments • Team Contributions: - Thank your team members for their efforts. • Mentors and Experts: - Acknowledge any subject matter experts or mentors who provided guidance. • Additional Resources: - Mention any external resources, APIs, or libraries used.