Rube Goldberg Project

Due Date: December 19, 2016

 

 

Objective: To build a compound machine that will complete a simple task using at least 3 steps and at least 3 simple machines.

 

Background Info: Rube Goldberg was a cartoonist who created elaborate ways to do simple things.  Use the website: www.rubegoldberg.com to investigate Rube’s ideas further. 
 

 

Requirements:

1. Must have an appropriate name.

2. Must accomplish a simple task.

3. Must execute at least 3 steps.  All steps must be clearly defined and separated. (6 steps if with a partner) (42 points total)

4. Must include at least 3 different simple machines. You must list each simple machine and tell what it does.  (6 if with a partner) (24 points)

5. The machine must work on its own, after being started.  It also must work repeatedly for 2 consecutive trials. (10 points)

6. Must include a written description  (24 points)

 

 

Important Note!!!

Please DO NOT spend money on this!  You can find many of your supplies around your home.  Use toys, blocks, sporting goods, recyclables etc.