Make an accurate box frame

Design and technology

Cam mechanisms

Cams in a product

Wood functional properties

Develop ideas through cross-section diagrams

Wood construction and joining techniques

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

What is the correct length of this line in mm?

Using triangles to strengthen joints or structures is known as what?

How many corner sections does a box frame have?

Which of these shapes would be the most effective as a strengthening panel for a box frame?

What does the prefix tri- mean in the word triangle?

Why is wood NOT a suitable material for a saucepan?

Which of these is NOT a suitable way to join wood?

There are 10 millimetres (mm) in one centimetre (cm). How many mm are there in 8.7 cm?

Make an accurate box frame

Lesson outcome