Arcade Claw Game Maker Lab
Get pulley-ed into mechanical engineering! Construct your very own claw machine by building a frame, wrapping string around a pulley system, and attaching a claw. Then fill it with DIY prizes or items you have around the house! Learn all about the physics of pulleys and the real-life applications of claws. Additional activities in the included book will keep you experimenting to create fun twists on this arcade challenge, such as a magnetic mover and drawing tool.
- Promotes STEM/steam
- Construct a pulley-powered claw machine
- 32-Page book explains the physics of pulleys, force, and motion
- Clear instructions take the intimidation factor out of being a maker
- Skill level: Intermediate