Mechanical Engineering - Simple Machines - Rotating Wheels
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GRADES K - 8
SIMPLE MACHINES - ROTATING WHEELS

OBJECTIVES:

What is a machine? A machine is any device that can apply mechanical energy at one point and deliver it in a more useful form at another point. Simple machines are all around us and help us accomplish work faster and easier many times each day.

In this demonstration you will use a rotating wheel to move an object. Examples of mechanisms which incorporate rotating wheels include: automobiles, bicycles, skate boards, skates and moving dolleys.

STEPS TO FOLLOW:

Review the information in the background section.

Place the books in the wagon. Move the books using the wagon.

MATERIALS:

  • 5-7 Books
  • Table Top
  • Small Wagon Or Toy Dump Truck
  • Place the books on the table. Slide the books along the table. Notice the difference in force required.

    Lift the books and move them to the end of the table. Notice the difference in force required.

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