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Now that we have discussed simple machines in class it is your turn to show me what a simple machine is. To do this your will research a simple machine of your choice. There is a list below to help you make your choice. You will present your research, your mechanical analysis and a detailed schematic of your machine on a Glogster. Have fun!

Some ideas---stapler, hammer, pliers, hole punch, manual can opener, door knob, door lock, wheelbarrow, spray bottle, shovel, scissors, paper clip, spigot, toilet flush lever, manual pencil sharpener, corkscrew, fan blade, wood-splitting axe, drawbridge, bicycle, bathroom scale, C-clamp, screw jack, ballpoint pen, necklace clasp, belt buckle, tweezers, steering wheel. Mrs Siwinski will be instructing you on how to make an attractive, creative, and informative glogster to show off your research.


 * Pick topic
 * Research-history, development, variety of types, materials from which constructed related tools, mechanized versions of your device-to be completed by Thursday class time
 * Mechanical analysis-does it incorporate levers, inclined planes, pulleys, screws?
 * Find a clear picture or schematic drawing of the object, one from which you can estimate the dimensions of the components -measure them carefully
 * Many tools include more than one simple machine-for example a scissors is two levers and two inclined planes. Identify of the machines incorporated in your tool
 * Estimate TMA of each component-__based on your schematic drawing, and supported__
 * __by the drawing__
 * Type up any blurbs you want in WORD before coming to class on Thursday
 * Bring in an example for examination if possible (and not dangerous-keep your axes at home)
 * What is the role of friction in using this device-does it make the job easier or harder?
 * Is the action of the tool caused by a normal force, a tension force, a weight force, a spring force or a friction force?
 * Now go to your Glogster, chose a compilmentary wall and page design, upload all your photos, copy and paste your text from word and and any animations your can find to demonstrate the workings of your machine.
 * Save you glog and then take the embed code and put it on your wiki page at http://simpletechnology.wikispaces.com/
 * Be prepare to to present your findings to the class.

This project will give your a better understanding of simple machines and how they work as you hone your technology skills working with glogster.



This project designed and implemented by Bob Foell, techer of physics at [|Mount Saint Joseph Academy]. Wikispace desgin and technical assistance furnished by Carol Siwinski, Curricular Technology Coordinator. April, 2012