Rescue Rover

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In this activity, learners explore how rescue devices are designed to aid professionals during emergency situations. Learners work in teams of "engineers" to design and build their own rescue device out of everyday items. They test their rescue device, evaluate their results, and present to the group.

Quick Guide

Preparation Time:
Under 5 minutes
Learning Time:
1 to 2 hours
Estimated Materials Cost:
$10 - $20 per group of students
Age Range:
Ages 8 - 18
Resource Types:
Activity, Lesson/Lesson Plan
Language:
English

Materials List (per group of students)

  • Student Resource Sheets
  • Student Worksheets
  • Wastebasket (for the sewer)
  • Small stuffed animal puppy
  • Clock or stopwatch
  • 3 meters of string
  • Construction paper
  • Plastic bags
  • Paperclips
  • Brass fasteners
  • Rubber bands
  • Binder clips
  • Clothespins
  • Paper cups
  • Paper plates
  • Popsicle sticks
  • Plastic spoons
  • Tape
  • Meter stick
  • Weights (coins, washers etc.)
  • Scale

Keywords

Subjects

  • Engineering and Technology
    • Engineering
      • Mechanical Engineering
    • Technology
  • Physical Sciences
    • Energy
      • Work and Machines
    • Motion and Forces
      • Machines
      • Gravity
  • The Nature of Science
    • Science and Society
      • Risks and Benefits
    • Science as a Career
  • The Nature of Technology
    • Technology and Society
      • Impacts of Technology
    • The Design Process
      • Research and Development
      • Invention and Innovation
      • Problem Solving
      • Troubleshooting and Maintenance

Audience

To use this activity, learners need to:

  • see
  • read
  • be mobile
  • touch

Learning styles supported:

  • Involves teamwork and communication skills
  • Involves hands-on or lab activities

Other

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  • Free access

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  • All rights reserved, IEEE,