Catapult

Learning Objectives:

• Understand the importance of planning before building
• Be able to read and interpret a set of plans
• Effectively use hand tools:
  • Speed & try square, backsaw, hacksaw, hammer, wood file, cordless drill, nail gun
• Effectively use machines:
  • Belt sander, disc sander, drill press
• Understand characteristics of wood and use appropriate terminology
• Articulate forces and energy involved in the utilization of the catapult:
  • Tension, compression, torsion, potential, kinetic
• Understand levers as a simple machine, including mechanical advantage, components, and classes.
• Analyze trajectory and make appropriate modifications to hit targets.