Rube Goldberg Machine

What Is a Rube Goldberg Machine

A Rube Goldberg Machine Is an invention engineered to have many complex tasks to create a simple task at the end. The machine is caused by many chain reactions and simple machines. The inventor who created the machine was an American cartoonist, sculptor, author engineer and inventor. Goldberg is commomnly known for his popular cartoons showing complicating gadgets performing simple tasks.

The Task

We have been working on our Rube Goldberg machine for the past five weeks. Our goal for the project was to have a better understanding of physics and learn the basic components for solving calculations for PE, KE, work, mass, velocity, force. Throughout the project I became better at communicating, having empathy for others and being a stronger leader. The theme of our invention was outer space. In our board we created emphasis and contrast by using different pops of colors and different shapes. Throughout my website you will see our construction log, video of our machine, calculations, google doc slide shows, and reflection.

Our Rube Goldberg Machine Video