The project’s focus is to create an understanding of basic aerodynamics, simple machines, energy, its types, and its conversion from one form to another form. The activity relates to how a rubber band’s elastic energy is converted into mechanical energy to drive a simple propelling mechanism and basic aerodynamic structure to make a glider by using paper, balsa wood, sticking glue, and a propeller.
Learning outcomes
- The activity addresses the fundamentals of energy and its conversion into different forms.
- It describes the basics of aircraft structure and the simple mechanics to make a glider.
- Understanding of the combination of simple machines and energy to perform a specific task.
Requirements
- Mini No. of students: 15
- Max No. of students: 30
- Suitable for grade: +6
- Duration: 45 minutes