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In this activity, learners explore how the hull shape impacts a ship's performance and stability.

$10 - $20 per group Ages 11 - 18 2 to 4 hours
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In this activity, learners create a "Jam Jar Jet" based on Francois Reynst's discovery of a pulsejet engine, which uses one opening for both air intake and exhaust.

$10 - $20 per student Ages 14 - adult 2 to 4 hours
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In this activity, learners work in pairs to conduct a series of experiments using a balloon, drinking straw, and paper.

1 cent - $1 per student Ages 8 - 11 10 to 30 minutes
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In this activity, learners design a bicycle helmet. Participants will explore the design of bicycle helmets to gain an appreciation for the role that helmet layers play protecting the head.

Over $20 per group Ages 11 - 18 45 to 60 minutes
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In this activity, learners work in teams build and launch rubberband-powered foam rockets.

$10 - $20 per group Ages 8 - 18 1 to 2 hours
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This activity (on page 3 of the PDF under GPS: Roller Coaster Design Activity) is a full inquiry investigation into g-force and acceleration.

$5 - $10 per student Ages 8 - 14 1 to 7 days
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In this activity, learners explore how wind tunnels provide feedback to engineers about the performance and durability of products such as planes, cars, and buildings.

$10 - $20 per group Ages 11 - 18 1 to 2 hours