a mechanism that uses moving air to make things happen

Pneumatic systems

Design and technology

This unit introduces pupils to creating movement with air using pneumatic mechanisms. They will then apply this knowledge to develop a moving toy.

Physical activity and equipment requiring safe use

Use of ingredients which may contain allergens.

Risk assessment required - may contain allergens

Use of equipment that may require supervision for safety, e.g. scissors in KS1, needles, paint, knives, cooking.

When air is forced inside a balloon it ...

Which word is used to describe a system that uses air to work?

Which part of this simple pneumatic system is the **output**?

What word do we use to describe the invisible mix of gases all around us that we breathe?

Which word is used to describe an object getting **bigger** as it **fills** with air?

Why does a balloon **expand** when it is filled with air?

What would happen to a balloon if too much air was forced inside?

Match the product to the way it uses air.