Mechanics in Motion
Step into the fascinating world of mechanics and motion with our Mechanics in Motion Course!
Perfect for young learners, this hands-on program introduces kids to the fundamentals of simple machines, motion, and mechanical design through fun and interactive building activities.
Course Highlights
Hands-on Mechanical Projects: Students will build exciting models like cars, levers, and pulleys using the Blix kit to explore how motion works in real life.
STEM Concepts Made Simple: Through engaging experiments, kids learn about force, balance, gears, and energy — key concepts in physics and engineering.
Creative Thinking: Each activity encourages problem-solving and innovation as children design, test, and improve their creations.
Flexible Learning Options: The Blix Discovering Motion course can be offered both online and offline, allowing students to learn and explore at their own pace with guided support.
What you'll explore?
Basic Car: Learn how wheels and axles work together to make your first moving car model.
Ferris Wheel: Build a rotating Ferris wheel and discover how circular motion and balance make it spin smoothly.
Swing: Explore the back-and-forth motion of a swing and understand how gravity and force keep it moving.
Power Press Machine: Create a simple press machine and see how force can be multiplied using levers.
Waving Robot: Build a fun robot that waves its arm using gears and linkages to show controlled motion.
Powder Pounding Machine: Make a pounding machine and learn how repeated motion is created using cams and cranks.
IC Engine Valve: Discover how engine valves work by building a model that shows how air moves in and out during motion.
Geared Car: Build a car that uses gears to change speed and power, learning about gear ratios and torque.
Scissor Lift: Construct a lift that rises and lowers using linkages, exploring how force is distributed in machines.
Lift: Design a working lift model and understand how pulleys and levers make lifting easier.
Dual Gear Box: Build a gearbox with two gear stages and learn how changing gears affects speed and force.
Pulley: Create a pulley system to see how it helps lift heavy loads with less effort.
Geared Car 2: Make an advanced geared car that combines multiple mechanisms for improved motion and control.
Mechanics in Motion
- Ages 7+
- 16 Sessions
Requirements
- For direct class, all materials will be provided.
- For online class, students will need a Blix Discovering Motion kit and a computer/tablet with Zoom installed