Book Creator Template
Requirements for the 2018 Time Machine/Marble Run
GOAL: Design a marble run that takes exactly 10.00 seconds to complete. The marble will enter and exit the time machine. Timer will start when marble enters and stop when the marble exits.
1. You will work with a partner.
2. There shall be no touching of the apparatus once the timer starts.
3. You may use paper, cardboard, and/or paper products.
4. You may use tape and glue but NO HOT GLUE
5. All marbles will be provided. They are 5/8 inch (0.625 inch) diameter glass marbles
6. For the highest grade you will need to include at least one mechanical moving part.
7. Each moving part may include metal in the form of one paperclip, and one rubber band as a stored energy device.
The vast majority of the work should be completed at school.
1. You will work with a partner.
2. There shall be no touching of the apparatus once the timer starts.
3. You may use paper, cardboard, and/or paper products.
4. You may use tape and glue but NO HOT GLUE
5. All marbles will be provided. They are 5/8 inch (0.625 inch) diameter glass marbles
6. For the highest grade you will need to include at least one mechanical moving part.
7. Each moving part may include metal in the form of one paperclip, and one rubber band as a stored energy device.
The vast majority of the work should be completed at school.