Rubber Band Rocket Challenge

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Rubber band rocket challenge. The activity which can be used alone or as part of a visit to cosi is located on page 10 of cosi s force and motion teacher guide. Can you make a rubber band rocket that reaches the greatest height when launched. Technically the foam rocket is a rocket in appearance only. Get it as soon as wed sep 23.

When the rocket is released the rubber band quickly returns to its original length launching the foam rocket in the process. Learners will explore how tail fins can help to stabilize a flying object while also exploring potential and kinetic energy. Lab sheets student and teacher instructions and challenge signs are all included. The rubber band is stretched.

Science lab probeware with timer can be used for determining the initial velocity. Can you make a rubber band rocket that reaches the greatest height when launched. When you stretch the rubber band there is a lot of energy stored in the rubber band. Our rubber band launcher challenge was a huge hit with our stewart makers club.

Sep 17 2015 engineering challenge. Per student two plastic cups two rubber bands duct tape scissors tape measure this packet contains all the information you need to make this a great engineering activity in your classroom. Check out some of their awesome creations here. Per student two plastic cups two rubber bands duct tape scissors tape measure this packet contains all the information you need to make this a great engineering activity.

Rubber bands are elastic meaning that when stretched they return to their original shape. This fun and simple activity is a rubberband rocket design challenge. Free shipping on your first order shipped by amazon. When you let go of the rocket the rubber band returns to its original shape pulling the rocket with it.

Otherwise challenge students to devise.