Yes, now you have the opportunity to build a better mousetrap.
That is, you will be building a better mousetrap car using TeacherGeek gears,
pulleys, wheels and
other unique build components. Apply the science
of kinetic and potential energy, simple machines and friction as
you design, construct and even reengineer the ultimate mousetrap
vehicle.
Price: $ 54.16 / 10 Pack
Activity
Documents
Click to download the pdf document (Acrobat Reader 5 or newer is
required):
Create a mousetrap car that will go
the longest distance
Create a mousetrap car to drag race
other mousetrap cars
Create a mousetrap car to pull an
object the greatest distance
Create a mousetrap car that will
stop as close to a given distance (marker) as possible
Create a mousetrap car with a
prototype shell (cut, printed, glued posterboard)
Mousetrap
Cars
Design and build radically different and innovative
mousetrap-powered vehicles. From the drive train (gears, pulleys, linkages,
etc.) to the shape and configuration of the frame, every part of the mousetrap
vehicle can be unique. You can also save big with our convenient 10 pack.
Innovation
Components
Innovation components allow for greater alternative
and innovative designs. The components listed below are not required but are
suggested to bring more engineering and innovation to the mousetrap vehicle
activity. Only a few innovation components are usually needed to create
alternative designs. Keep in mind that your supply of innovation components
can be used over and over again for many types of Teachergeek activities. Here
are some recommendations:
The TeacherGeek 40 Piece
Multi-Color Pulley Set contains ten each of the following sizes: 70mm,
55.5mm, 25.5mm, 9mm . These are used to create pulley
driven transmissions such as for vehicles, wind turbines, lifts
and pumps. Splined holes hold the dowels for a secure fit. Also the
off center holes may be used to incorporate cams into the design. The
unique pulley design allows for non-slip grip and easy exchange of rubber
bands.
TeacherGeek 300mm Connector Strips are basic
structural components to build bridges, vehicle chassis, hydraulic arms, crazy
contraptions, launchers, structures or original design innovations. The splined
holes securely hold dowels or can be reamed for axle rotation. These strips are
easily cut to your desired size.
Price: $ 11.91
Perpendicular Blocks- 100 Pack
The versatile
TeacherGeek Perpendicular Block is an essential component for building most any
activity. There are three splined holes that can be used to connect dowels at 90
degrees. The holes can also be reamed to allow for dowel movement both
rotational and linear.
Price: $ 10.44
Dowels 5mm x 620mm (2ft)- 50 Pack
TeacherGeek high quality 5mm x 620mm
(2ft) birch dowels are the required size for successful completion
of our activities. They are the perfect diameter for secure
splined hole fit and free rotation when required.
Price: $ 13.98
Galvanized Colored Wire Rolls- 4 Pack
This wire is great attaching, connecting or
securing most anything your design requires. It is flexible, colorful and easy
to cut.
Huge Cone of String- 2lbs, 8PLY
This is the perfect string to use for Crazy
Contraptions, Mousetrap Vehicles, Wind Lifts or any other original design
creations. A 2 lb cone will last a long time.
Price: $ 23.11
Slide Stop Material- 5 Sections
The five sections of 12" Slide-Stop Material will
need to be cut into 1/4" pieces. Each piece is slid on to a dowel
end to control movement and maintain alignment of pulleys and
gears.
Price: $ 1.84
Multi-Cutter - Easy Engineering - New TG Model
The Easy Cutter provides a safe and simple way to
cut plastic link strips, dowels, and wood strips. It is designed to work with
small and large hands.
This single set of tools includes what you need to
complete most any TeacherGeek activity. You will receive an Easy Cutter, a
TeacherGeek Reamer, Slip-Joint Pliers and a #2 Stubby Phillips
Screwdriver.
