Topic: Engineering
SMART GOAL SPECIFIC SENTENCE: I will learn about Engineering using K'NEX
HOW TO SAVE: leave your built projects on the table in the back of the STEM lab
Simple Machines!
The K'nex engagement includes several instruction books to help you explore simple machines and their use in real-world devices. As a review, the main simple machines are:
Gears
Inclined Planes + Wedges
Levers
Screws (Gears)
Wheel & Axles
Watch this basic tutorial to understand how to use the rods and connectors
Pause the video for each step to see what parts you need
Bridges!
Once you feel confident with Simple Machines, you will move on to building KNEX Bridges
Your challenges:
Build a bridge that is longer than your wingspan
Build a bridge across 2 desks
Build a bridge across two islands
Where is this used in the Real World?
Bridge design
Newer bridges are being designed every year!
Material testing
Scientists research structural integrity for all kinds of materials!
Simulations
Engineers simulate all kinds of structures to test sturdiness