Engineering: Rube Goldberg Machines

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Over-engineer a gadget to do a simple task.

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Over-engineer a contraption to perform a simple task by using cause and effect to produce a chain reaction. Build a machine that includes an intricate series of imaginative steps while gaining hands-on engineering experience. Work in small teams to design and build your contraption using everyday materials. Along the way, learn about the physics of energy conservation, inertia, forces and electric circuits. Check out http://tinyurl.com/sarubegoldberg to see an incredible example of a Rube Goldberg machine.

Location:

Wichita Center for Family & Community

Dates:

April 9 - May 7, 1 - 4 PM, Five Saturdays

Instructor:

Justin Martin

Justin Martin received his degree in mathematics from Rutgers University in 2009. His broad experience covers mathematics education, outdoor science education, wilderness guiding and service in the US Army.

For grades:

6-8

Tuition:

$189

Disciplines

Engineering & Robotics