Instructional Video

What is Inside a Coffee Maker?

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You'll never look at your coffee maker the same way again after viewing a video on reverse engineering that shows the components inside a coffee maker. The narrator explains how each part was made, what material it is made from, and how it all fits together.

 

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Instructional Ideas
  • Have learners create a table or other graphic organizer to keep track of manufacturing processes (injection molding, dual molding, etc.)
  • See if any local businesses have old coffee makers they would be willing to donate
Classroom Considerations
  • Individuals need to be familiar with common materials, such as polypropelyene and stainless steel
Pros
  • Includes an explanation of how to use a coffee maker for those pupils who may not drink coffee
  • Provides some safety tips for when breaking apart a coffee maker
Cons
  • None