Alia's Mission in the Pulsar Nebula

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What was Alia's primary mission in the Pulsar nebula?

  • To repair a communications satellite (correct)
  • To explore new life forms
  • To conduct scientific experiments
  • To build a new satellite

What improvement did Alia attempt to make to R.E.N. before they began the repair process?

  • She increased R.E.N.'s battery life
  • She reprogrammed R.E.N.'s AI code (correct)
  • She added more physical tools to R.E.N.
  • She updated the satellite's navigation system

Why did Alia ultimately have to fix the satellite manually?

  • R.E.N. was programmed for different tasks
  • Alia realized she did not trust R.E.N.
  • R.E.N. malfunctioned and crashed into the satellite (correct)
  • The satellite was too complex for R.E.N.

What aspect of her childhood influenced Alia's career choice?

<p>Her passion for adventure and creating new things (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the nature of the relationship between Alia and R.E.N.?

<p>They shared a mutual dependence for the mission (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the first action Alia needs to take after crash-landing on planet Eniac?

<p>Assess the damage and repair the ship (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the reason Alia needs to find ice on planet Eniac?

<p>To resupply her oxygen supply (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was one of the critical systems that failed aboard Alia's ship?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How long does Alia have left before she runs out of oxygen?

<p>1 hour (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What device did Alia plan to use to resupply her oxygen supply?

<p>The electrolysis module (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What event caused Alia to feel relieved initially?

<p>The satellite was repaired. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the immediate consequence of the blinding lights focused on Alia's ship?

<p>The hull of the ship melted. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What critical issue did Alia discover regarding her ship's systems during the crisis?

<p>The radiation shield was compromised. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was Alia's initial reaction upon realizing her ship was falling out of orbit?

<p>She began to override the systems quickly. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Alia plan to do regarding the AI after her recent experiences?

<p>Start developing a new AI from scratch. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Who is Alia?

A fictional character who is a space engineer, passionate about her work and driven by adventure.

What is a communication satellite?

A type of satellite designed for communication, likely using sophisticated technology.

What is Eniac?

A planet in space, devoid of life forms or significant atmosphere.

What is Artificial Intelligence (AI)?

A highly advanced system that can perform complex tasks and learn from experiences.

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What is R.E.N.?

A type of robot that assists with tasks, designed to support a human's work.

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Radiation shield

A system designed to protect a spacecraft from the harmful effects of radiation.

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Ship's hull

The outer layer of a spacecraft that separates the inside from the harsh environment of space.

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Atmosphere

The point where the atmosphere of a planet starts to noticeably affect a spacecraft.

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Navigation systems

A system used to control the course and speed of a spacecraft.

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R.E.N.

A type of robot that assists a human with various tasks and might exhibit intelligent behavior.

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Where did the ship crash-land?

Alia's spaceship gets damaged, forcing her to crash land on a cold, rocky planet named Eniac. This unexpected landing puts her in a precarious situation as she must secure her survival and repair the ship before help arrives.

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What challenges does Alia face after landing?

The ship's computers are down, including navigation and communication systems. Life support is also critically low, and Alia faces a limited supply of oxygen. She plans to use the electrolysis module on the ship to create oxygen from ice found on Eniac.

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How is Alia searching the planet for ice?

Alia is using a hover speeder to search the planet for ice. The hover speeder is a vehicle that allows for ground travel on Eniac. She's exploring the planet's surface to find ice, which she needs to replenish her oxygen supply.

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What is the main challenge in this hunt for ice?

Alia initially struggles to find ice on a barren and rocky surface. This leads her to search further and further away from her ship, increasing the urgency of her search as her time runs out and her oxygen reserves dwindle. She faces a deadline to find ice.

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Study Notes

The Adventure Begins...

  • A young woman named Alia is sent to repair a satellite orbiting a barren planet.
  • The satellite is part of Deep Space Industry's communications network.
  • Alia is a skilled space engineer with a passion for science and adventure.
  • Her only companion on the mission is a robot helper named R.E.N., with artificial intelligence.
  • The journey took three weeks to reach the Pulsar nebula.
  • The goal is to repair a satellite on a barren planet called Eniac.

Mission Complications

  • The artificial intelligence of R.E.N. has flaws.
  • Alia must manually repair the malfunctioning satellite.
  • The repair process takes hours.
  • The ship experiences major problems, compromising its radiation shielding and computer systems.
  • The spaceship loses its orbit.

Further Problems

  • There is an emergency return winch that pulls Alia back to the ship.
  • Communication and life support systems are down, resulting in oxygen depletion.
  • Alia must search for a source of ice to replenish her oxygen.
  • No water or ice is found on the planet Eniac.
  • There's a large, magnificent, black building on the planet.
  • The walls of the building are lined with panels of unknown origin.
  • Marbles rolling down the panels generate a vast, mechanical noise.

Discovering More

  • Alia discovers a complex mechanical system, likely the core of a massive alien civilization.
  • Marbles are used in a geothermal pump system.
  • The mechanical systems are vital for planet's energy.
  • The alien civilization is not there to assist in the repair.

Conclusion

  • The complexity of the systems is enormous.
  • There are countless puzzles.
  • The mission is extremely challenging.

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