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Blurb

This term Room's 3, 4 and 5 are studying how work can be made easier by machines.  As a part of this study, we have decided to create machines in our classes as a form of art, technology and science.


Brief - You need to create a machine that:

Fits the following dimensions - 60cm squared in width by no more than 2.5m high

Delivers a 'Mini Crunchie Bar' to a winner during assembly - We want to make the delivery of the crunchy bar for the green slip and smarty pants award far more exciting than it currently is.  Your job is to create a machine that uses motion, sound and sight to make this happen.


Uses as many of the six simple machines as possible

 
 Marking guide      
 Looks - Art  How does it look.  Is it finished well?  /10
   
 Complexity - Technology  How many of the 6 simple machines are used?  /10    
 Elements - Science  Did you use gravity, 12v batteries, water, speakers?  /10    
 How much did I do myself?  Fill in the form if you get help from somewhere.  /10    
 Overall Effectiveness  How smoothly does it run?  How long will it last?  /10    


What will RVS supply?
 - Polystyrene
 - Hot glue
 - Some paint
 - Some card
 - Some paper
 - A baseboard
 - Straws
 - Ice-block sticks

Some pointers

 - You must complete this at school with your group

 - You can bring other materials from home as long as you have checked it with your teacher

 - The machines will be judged on Pioneer Day in week 9

 - You can not use mains power or excessive heat





Resources:
RVS Mechanical Challenge
What I Didn't Do Myself Form
Ideas For What You Can Use