Projectile Motion - Ball Launcher
$6.00Price
What could be more fun than building a machine to automatically launch balls across the room? This kit exposes children to three of the STEAM disciplines: science (projectile motion), technology (create a circuit), and engineering (construct the frame).
Science:
Learn about Galileo's theory of projectile motion and explore key concepts such as trajectory, parabolas, and velocity.
Technology:
Learn how to make a complete circuit by wiring a battery holder to to a motor. Which way do you need to wire the motor to make the wheels turn in the right direction?
Engineering:
Construct the frame of the ball launcher using the included hardware and tools.
Key concepts:
- Laws of Motion
- Projectile Motion
- Trajectory
- Velocity
- Parabola
- Air Resistance
- Complete Circuit
Related Links:
- Galileo's Thought Experiment by PBS Learning
- Projectile Motion by Inventors of Tomorrow
Grades 4-12
