Structures and Mechanisms: Stability

How could you design and build a structure that protects toy people from the wind?

A makerspace is a collaborative space where anyone can create, tinker, invent and learn by making.

Triangles are very strong shapes which makes them important when building strong and stable structures

This week's episodes and hands-on activity explore re-engineering.

The lever is a type of simple machine. Learn about the different classes of levers and how they provide mechanical advantage.

Students will learn about the different types of fasteners to investigate which fastener is best for a particular material or job and why.

16 images of some tools such as hammers, saws and drills that are operated by hand and do not require electricity

10 images of some tools such as belt sanders and table saws that use an electric motor rather than requiring manual labour

6 images of some tools such as axes and spikes that are inclined planes and used to help push objects apart

6 images of some objects such as ferris wheels and skate boards with wheel and axle mechanisms that create rotary movement

Students develop and apply comparing & contrasting, observing and predicting skills as they explore the strength of cylinders made with different materials.

5 images of some mass and frame structures from around the world such as the L’Arc de Triomphe gate and the Brooklyn Bridge