Develop ideas through cross-section diagrams

Design and technology

Cam mechanisms

Cams in a product

Wood functional properties

Wood construction and joining techniques

Make an accurate box frame

Assemble cam mechanisms

Test and adapt cam mechanisms

This unit develops pupils' knowledge of mechanisms through cams. Pupils will develop knowledge of the properties of wood and apply this by selecting suitable materials for functionality. Knowledge of wood construction and joining techniques are introduced and applied through making an automaton.

Cams: automata

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.

Cross-section diagrams are either on a horizontal or vertical ...

Who would NOT use cross-section diagrams in their job?

What do we call a mechanical toy that uses a cam mechanism to animate a character or scene?

Which part of a cam mechanism can be changed to affect the movement of the follower?

Which of these tools is designed to help you draw accurate straight lines?

What type of movement does a wheel make on an axle?

a diagram shows a drawing or representation

Which of these is NOT part of a cam mechanism?

Develop ideas through cross-section diagrams

Lesson outcome

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