Assignment - Infographics - 064

Objective

Create an infographic about the Golden Record on the Voyager spacecraft, explaining its contents and significance in space exploration.

Instructions

• Research the Voyager mission and the purpose of the Golden Record.
• Understand the contents of the record and how they were chosen.

Plan Your Infographics

• Outline the types of information included on the Golden Record.
• Plan sections for explaining the record’s physical properties and how to play it.

Design Your Infographics

• Include an image of the Golden Record and its cover.
• Use icons to represent different categories of content (music, greetings, sounds of Earth).
• Use a gold color scheme to represent the record, with complementary colors.
• Choose a retro-futuristic font for headings and a clear font for details.
• Create a circular layout mimicking the record’s shape.
• Use sections radiating from the center to categorize different types of content.

Add Important Details

• Explain the purpose of sending this record into space.
• Include examples of sounds, images, and messages included on the record.
• Add information about the Voyager missions and their current locations.
• Mention the estimated lifespan of the Golden Record.

Final Review & Improvements

• Check for historical and scientific accuracy.
• Ensure the infographic captures the significance and wonder of this cosmic time capsule.