Engineer an Octopus Suction Pad
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In this engineering design challenge, learners build an octopus-inspired suction pad that can grab an object and hold it tightly in the air. As learners work their way through the design process, they can upload descriptions and images of their plans, designs, and testing process. If learners register, they can submit their work for mentor feedback, and a mentor will respond with comments and suggestions.
- Under 5 minutes
- 1 to 2 hours
- $5 - $10 per student
- Ages 4 - 18
- Activity
- English
Quick Guide
Materials List (per student)
- balloon
- rubber bands
- syringe
- plastic tubing
- sand
Subjects
- Engineering and Technology
- Engineering
- Bioengineering/Biomedical Engineering
- Engineering
- Life Sciences
- Ecology
- Biodiversity
- Evolution
- Ecology
- Physical Sciences
- Motion and Forces
- States of Matter
- Liquids
- Gases
Informal Categories
- Animals
- Model Building
Audience
To use this activity, learners need to:
- see
- touch
Learning styles supported:
- Involves hands-on or lab activities
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- Free access
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- All Rights Reserved, Iridescent,
