Air powered vehicle
Design an air powered vehicle that travels on a wire and carries passengers with the most force. See the presentation.
tests
- Test 1: distance
- Test 2: uphill
- Test 3: force against another vehicle
Materials
1 balloon, 1 straw, 2 rubber bands
12" masking tape, 1 craft stick
2 paperclips, 1 passenger
You don't have to use all materials.
Procedure
- First you should brainstorm and draw 2 different possible designs.
- Compare designs with a partner and choose the best one. Write down why it is best.
- Build and test on the level wire.
- Test on the uphill wire.
- Make adjustments for the greatest possible force.