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Torsion Ballista

SKU: W37517
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Description

Inspired by the ancient Greek and Roman ballistae, this kit uses torsion on both sides of the bow arm to fling Styrofoam balls across the classroom! Great for demonstrating how torque can be applied to create power as well as potential and kinetic energies and projectile motion.

Order 30 kits to build a class pack!

Details

Type: Project Kits Grades: 6-12

Safety

What You'll Get

  • 2 basswood sheets with laser-cut parts
  • Paper clip
  • 4 screws
  • Yellow twine
  • 2 Styrofoam balls (projectiles)
  • Torsion Ballista Kit User Guide

Learning Values

Science
  • Force and motion
  • Potential energy
  • Projectile motion
  • Torsion
Technology
  • Data collection
  • Historical perspectives
  • Systems
Engineering
  • Modeling
  • Prediction
  • Technological design
Math
  • Graphing
  • Measurements
  • Ratios

Specifications

  • Tools and Materials Required: Small screwdriver, white glue, scissors, and ruler
  • Assembly Method: Gluing and screwing
  • Material: Laser-cut basswood
  • Dimensions: 6" x 7" x 3-1/8"

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