CONNECT
Robotics, a science that uses technology to build robots, is explored in educational classes for research and construction of prototypes. Technological structural assembly kits are used to understand everything from basic concepts to the operation of advanced machines, such as engines. Bases and beams, called rods, are crucial for supporting projects, while connectors join the parts together.
Wheels and axles facilitate movement, always rotating at the same speed.
Auxiliary parts perform different functions, and the battery motor, present in the kits, is connected to the model using white rods and connectors.
The main function of this engine is to provide movement or functionality to the prototype.
CONTEMPLATE
• What is the energy source that powers the engine?
• What are the components that help connect the engine to the prototype?
CONSTRUCT
Exploring concepts of movement and functionality, build a motorized weather vane, using the engine.
CONTINUE
After building the prototypes, share your experiences with your team and respond:
• Did you manage to move the weather vane?
• Apart from the engine, what other parts were used in the assembly?
Then, save all the materials used.