Circle of Pong
Grades 2-12 65 minutes Design Challenge Learning Engineering Physical Science
Circle of Pong
Use knowledge of energy and forces to place a ball in the center of a 6 foot diameter circle. Iterate through this design challenge, to gain first-hand experience using the Innovation Design Process.
Resources
Lab Connection: Advanced Physics of Roller Coasters, Physics of Roller Coasters
Objectives:
- Design, build, and test a device that delivers a ball into a cup.
- Make design considerations based on concepts of potential and kinetic energy.
Standards alignment
- Engineering Design
- Science and Engineering Practices
- Cross Cutting Concepts
