Definition: An Invention or design is a new device or creation or process to solve a problem that was originated after study and experimentation.
Requirements: A successful Invention/design must have the following:
• The Invention/design addresses a real world problem or need
• The Invention/design offers functionality that solves the problem efficiently
Project must include:
1). Tri-fold display board (see tri-fold example page), and/or Google or PowerPoint slides, that include:
Title of the Invention, your name, grade and teacher name
A description of the problem the invention solves
Labeled illustration showing two viewpoints of proposed invention
Drawings or descriptive text clearly describing construction process and materials
Function of each part is identified and completely described
(Optional) A ‘mock-up’ or prototype, well designed and constructed for all or part of the invention (please have mock-up fit infront of tri-fold.
2). Visual aids or hands on item(s) to promote understanding
3.) Inventor's log that includes the following:
Written statement of the purpose of the invention and the problem it solves.
List of materials used.
List of all the steps taken to complete the invention
Description of the problems encountered and including drawings or photographs of attempts that failed
Written statement proving originality. (Students should also describe what they did to ensure that their invention does not already exist)
Examples in this category: