Challenge: Race with No Wheels
RESEARCH & PLANNING
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Challenge Objectives:
Challenge Objectives:
To create a device which can move as fast as possible, without using wheels.
Challenge Outcomes:
Challenge Outcomes:
ALL students will: Create a device which attempts to move without using wheels.
MOST students will: Create a device which can somewhat move without using wheels
SOME students may: Create a device which can move freely and smoothly without using wheels.
Keywords:
Keywords:
Introduction to the challenge:
Introduction to the challenge:
Class discussion:
What are the benefits of having a robot with no wheels?
Where might they be used?
Main Activities:
Main Activities:
Part 1: Real World
Part 1: Real World
A) Give one example where are robots with no wheels are/could be used in the real world. Explain the industry and specific use
B) Provide a photo/video of an existing device
C) Discuss at least two benefits of using robots with no wheels
D) Discuss at least two drawbacks of using a robot with no wheels
Part 2: Design
Part 2: Design
Below are a few examples of Lego Mindstorm Walking devices:
Remember to put these on your MS Rover Robotics Online Portfolio
Sketch
In your robotics planning pad, create an annotated sketch of the device you wish to build.
Remember to annotate the following:
Gears
Major components
Potential movement
Grading:
Grading:
Part 1 - Real World
Detailed explanation on real world use
Photo/video
Discuss two benefits
Discuss two drawbacks
Part 2 - Design:
Detailed and annotated sketch
Creative final design
TOTAL
Rounding up the challenge:
Rounding up the challenge:
Make sure your MS Rover Robotics Online Portfolio is clearly labelled and every image is a suitable size.
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