Prototypes with mechanisms: robotics and automation
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Why this why now
Modelling in card and computer aided design are fundamental techniques that enable pupils to communicate and test ideas effectively. Pupils will develop these techniques, building on the knowledge and skills learnt previously in the Year 6 unit 'Cams: automata'. They will also develop their knowledge and understanding of more complex mechanisms to create different types of movement. Pupils will learn how to model and use simulations to test designs in computer aided design, leading to greater independence in the Year 10 unit 'Systems approach to design: sustainable Futures'.
Prior knowledge requirements
- Pupils can draw 3D shapes using Computer Aided Design
- Pupils can cut card accurately with scissors
- Pupils know the four different types of movement
- Pupils can identify levers
- Pupils can idetify linkages
- Pupils can identify cams
Threads
Why this why now
Modelling in card and computer aided design are fundamental techniques that enable pupils to communicate and test ideas effectively. Pupils will develop these techniques, building on the knowledge and skills learnt previously in the Year 6 unit 'Cams: automata'. They will also develop their knowledge and understanding of more complex mechanisms to create different types of movement. Pupils will learn how to model and use simulations to test designs in computer aided design, leading to greater independence in the Year 10 unit 'Systems approach to design: sustainable Futures'.
Prior knowledge requirements
- Pupils can draw 3D shapes using Computer Aided Design
- Pupils can cut card accurately with scissors
- Pupils know the four different types of movement
- Pupils can identify levers
- Pupils can idetify linkages
- Pupils can identify cams
Prototypes with mechanisms: robotics and automation
Pupils will model with paper and boards and learn about sources and stock forms. They will develop 3D computer-aided design knowledge and skills, applying this by designing and simulating mechanical systems using TinkerCAD.
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