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In this activity, learners create painting machines that can paint moving forwards and backwards. Learners construct the machines out of LEGOs, motors, a programmable PICO Cricket, and a cardboard triangular base that can hold markers or paint brushes. Learners can create beautiful art with their machines!
- Under 5 minutes
- 30 to 45 minutes
- $1 - $5 per student
- Ages 8 - 18
- Activity
- English
Quick Guide
Materials List (per student)
- Cricket or RCX
- LEGO parts, 2 LEGO motors, motor cables
- Cardboard
- Tape
- Hot melt glue (optional)
- Art materials: markers or tempera paint and brushes
- Paper
Subjects
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Engineering and Technology
- Computing
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Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
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Technology
- Information and Communication
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Physical Sciences
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Electricity and Magnetism
- Electric Motors
- Electric Circuits
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Motion and Forces
- Machines
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Electricity and Magnetism
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The Nature of Technology
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The Design Process
- Invention and Innovation
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The Design Process
Informal Categories
- Arts and Crafts
- Electronics
- Toys
- Transportation
Audience
To use this activity, learners need to:
- see
- use mouse
- touch
Learning styles supported:
- Links STEM to other topics of interest such as arts and humanities
- Involves hands-on or lab activities
Other
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Access Rights:
- Free access
By:
Rights:
- All rights reserved, Science Museum of Minnesota,
Funding Source:
- National Science Foundation, 0087813