Spin-Offs
This fire-resistant material made for astronauts is now used by firefighters. What is it called?
Fireproof fabrics
The SpaceRunner can reduce a user's body weight by this maximum percentage.
80%
A synonym for "changeable," used to describe the treadmill's speed.
Variable
Make this sentence passive: "Engineers first developed Velcro in 1955."
"Velcro was first developed in 1955." or other...
What is the common term for a short, informal period during the workday where colleagues socialize, often with a drink?
A coffee break
First used in satellites, these sensors are now in most digital cameras.
CMOS active pixel sensors
The treadmill's maximum speed and its maximum incline, or slope.
16 kph and a 15° incline
An adjective from the specs meaning "surrounding," as in room temperature.
Ambient
Complete with 'for + -ing': "A visor is a tool..."
"...for protecting astronauts' eyes."
What is the word for an employee who stays late and works long hours, often consuming lots of caffeine?
A workaholic
A drill bit from the Mars Perseverance rover is now used on Earth by these professionals.
Geologists
To be sold in Europe, the machine must meet safety standards from these two regions.
The US and the EU
This word means "exact" and describes the measured support the machine gives.
Precise
These three modal verb phrases express a strong necessity or rule.
must / have to / need to
What does it mean if a project has been "put on the back burner"?
It means the project has been postponed or given lower priority for a while, usually to focus on more urgent tasks.
This famous non-stick coating is a mythical example of a space spin-off.
Teflon
The acceptable room temperature range for operating the device.
10-29°C
This adverb from the text means "in the first place" or "at the beginning."
Originally
Make this sentence passive: "People use microwave ovens in many kitchens."
"Microwave ovens are used in many kitchens."
If an employee has a non-work interest like painting, hiking, or playing an instrument that they pursue to relax, what is that activity called?
A hobby
Originally for satellites, this technology now powers cars and homes on Earth.
Solar panels
The "winchless harness" replaced this part from the older TreadAir model.
The winch and counter-weight system
This two-word phrase from the specs means you can move your arms and legs freely.
Unrestricted motion
Complete with 'to + infinitive': "A drill bit is used..."
"...to collect rock samples." or other...
What does it mean if a colleague says they are going to "touch base" with you tomorrow about a project?
It means they are going to contact you briefly or have a short meeting to review the current status or check in.