The Astro Pi Challenge is an annual ESA science and programming competition that gives students the opportunity to run their code on the International Space Station (ISS). A Raspberry Pi minicomputer was specially expanded and transformed into an AstroPi. Equipped with cameras and various environmental sensors, the AstroPi offers students the opportunity to send a visual message to the astronauts or to solve a scientific task on the ISS. The aim is to demonstrate the possibilities of computer programming and encourage students to improve their digital skills and promote their interest in STEM subjects.
An online information event was held on 4.10.2023. Here is the recording (in German).
A more intense Webinar was held on 4.12.2023 statt. Recording can be rewatched (in German).
There are two levels of difficulty:
For Beginners: Mission Zero till 19 Years (suitable from 8 Years)
- Submissions untill 24th March 2024
- For programming beginners: simple program to read out a color sensor and draw an image in the LED matrix (motto: flora and fauna)
- no Competition, all receive a certificate (June)
- Step-by-Step Guide
- up to 4 young people plus Mentor
- Guidelines
- Astro Pi Emulator
For advanced users: Mission Space Lab up to 19 Years
Two new Astro Pis have been on board the ISS since December 2021. The new Astro Pis are presented here:
- Submission from November 6, 2023 until 19th February 2024
- Determining the speed of the ISS as accurately as possible with the various sensors New Mission
- Team of 2-6 students plus Mentor
- Guidelines
- all receive a certificate (June)
- Astro Pi Desktop simulator New
