Presenter: Michael Tedeschi Baltimore County Public Schools Perry Hall Middle School 4300 Ebenezer Road Baltimore, Maryland Image:
Science: The study of the natural world to gain understanding Big Idea: Magnetism & transfer of power
Technology: Systems or tools that are created by humans Big Idea: Maglev, magnets (electromagnets), electronic/electrical power, motor system, tools for construction
Engineering: Applying knowledge of the known world (science) in order to create a technology Big Idea: Design process & exploration of engineering careers
Provide students with an opportunity to explore the design process.
Mathematics: Measuring, analyzing, describing, predicting and communication using numbers. Big Idea: Data collection and analysis
Provide students with an opportunity to see a model maglev at work.
Kelvin Maglev Track (8 ft.) Price $ Built Ramp (8 ft.) Est. $15.00 Vernier Photo Gates
Kelvin Power Supply Price $125.00
Resources Understanding Sharing
Attract and repel are not good enough!!!
Simple Complex
Understanding laws of motion
Identify the how the 9 Core Technologies apply to the Maglev Germany Japan
1.Materials Tech. 2.Mechanical Tech. 3.Electrical Tech. 4.Electronic Tech. 5.Structural Tech. 6.Fluid Tech. 7.Optical Tech. 8.Thermal Tech. 9.Bio Tech. Maryland 9 Core Technologies
Identify the various engineering fields. What jobs are needed to make the maglev? (focus on the engineering fields) How do you become an engineer?
You must create a working Maglev model to win the companies latest contract bid proposal. The contract is for a Magnetic Levitation vehicle to be used in the high- speed transportation of people. In order to win the bid contest you must design, construct, test and communicate your finding to the FRA
Constraints are important 1.Sled size 2.Cabin size 3.One Motor/ Propeller 4.Electricity comes from the guide way 5.Motor must be mounted securely 6. Information must be recorded and communicated effectively
Cabin Design
Cabin Construction
Motor Design
Motor Construction Test Your Connections
Google Docs
voki.com
“My data shows that there was an increase of success in my trials. I started off poorly and made many modifications. Each modification after trail #5 increased in distance. I finished my project be consistently getting in the mid- 80’s for distance.”
Videos- (Click Wiki Page) Simulations- Audio Editing- Aviator generator- Design Squad- Career Exploration-