Get your learners interested in space exploration. Groups design space rovers using design software and then build prototypes of their designs. The farther the rovers can travel, the better. The catch? The rovers must be powered by rubber bands.

Concepts

engineering design, mars rover, kinetic energy, potential energy, technology resources

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Instructional Ideas

• Collaborate with an Earth Science teacher for the lesson
  

Classroom Considerations

• Activity requires the use of a laser cutter
  
• It is beneficial if learners have previous experience with 2-D design software
  

Pros

• Provides definitions of relevant terminology
  
• Includes guiding questions for participants
  

Cons

• None