What You'll Learn
Discovering Motions introduces kids to types of motions, simple mechanisms, gear systems, gears, and pulleys. Some concepts are easier to understand when you can see them in action.
Build Models
13 working models · 22-chapter manual (motions, mechanisms & simple machines)
Motion Models
Rectilinear, circular, rotational and periodic motion — build a working model for each type of movement.
Mechanism Models
Working models of linkages, crank & slider, cam & follower, gears, power screw, and rack & pinion.
Basic Car
A motorized car build that ties the motion and gear concepts together.
Force, Power, Energy & Work
Experiments that show how the mechanisms transfer force and energy.
Simple Machines
Working lever, inclined plane, pulley, screw, wedge, and wheel-and-axle models.
Model 2: Linear Motion
Construct a mechanism that converts rotation to straight-line movement.
Model 3: Oscillating Motion
Build a back-and-forth oscillating mechanism.
Model 4: Pulley System
Assemble a working pulley system that demonstrates force transmission.