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This Fun with Air-Powered Pneumatics lesson plan also includes:
How high did the ball go? Engineering teams build a working pneumatic system that launches a ball into the air. The teams vary the amount of pressure and determine the accompanying height of the ball. An extension of building a device to catch the ball incorporates the engineering design process.
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Instructional Ideas
- To concentrate on the mathematics or the design of the catching device pre-build the ball launchers
- Keep the pressure constant and vary the size of ball
Classroom Considerations
- A low ceiling may affect the data collection
- Launcher testing can take an entire class period
Pros
- Step-by-step instructions help with building the launcher
- A list of suggested supplies accompanies the material list
Cons
- An extensive materials list is needed
- Method for measuring height is not detailed