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Hydraulic Pneumatic Robotic Arm
Hydraulic Pneumatic Robotic Arm
Visitors will build and operate robotic arms using pneumatics or hydraulics. This can be done as a short structured activity, or as a more challenging workshop. Pneumatics Hydraulics Design Engineering Robotics Force Pressure Related exhibits: Give It A Lift, Earthmovers, Air Tubes Floor Program version Time: 5-10 minutes Ages: 8 and up (Grades 3 12) Staff : Supervision required, at least 1 teen/volunteer. Safety issues/special notes: Visitors may try and move the arm to throw the ball. Do not use balls that could be classified as choking hazards. Water-filled tubes can leak. If pins or finishing nails are used, staff supervision should be vigilant to avoid visitors causing a puncture wound due to improper use. Materials: Per Robot (enough for 10 robots provided): o 20 cm x 20 cm (8 x 8) base wooden base o 25 cm (10) long block with groove at one end (part A) o 20 cm (8) long block with tongue joints at both ends (part B) o 20 cm (8) long block with a groove at one end (part C) o 2 pieces of 3 mm (1/8) diameter dowel o 1 piece of 6 mm () diameter dowel o 1 cardboard box o 6 plastic syringes (20 mL) o Three 30.5 cm (1) lengths of tubing o Short pin or finishing nail (optional) Empty coffee can without lid Styrofoam balls Duct Tape String continued
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