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Read on to the end of the Instructable for a detailed explanation about the science and math concepts that are being applied, how to optimize the mousetrap car to go as far as possible, and downloadable classroom resources including a lesson outline and project sheet.
What is a Mousetrap Car? A mousetrap powered car is a vehicle that uses a mouse trap for a motor and a string to transmit force. In this method one end of a string is attached or tied to the arm/bail on the mousetrap and the other end of the string is wound around an axle.
First and foremost, you will attach the metal rod (or skewer) to the mouse trap with zip ties. This will set the size of the car so that the lever arm ends at one side of the car body as shown in the pictures. You can then cut the wood (or cardboard) regarding the dimensions of your mousetrap.
This paper presents a structure to aid in completing the modeling and analysis of a mouse trap car project. It discusses a twelve step design process that could be provided to students to guide them through difficulties with the design analysis before they start building. Introduction:
I have had the best luck with positioning the wheels in a vertical way, as well as putting the body of the car in a perpendicular position relative to the bed. Once the prints have completed you can take some time to remove the support material and prep the parts for assembly.
26 Οκτ 2024 · You're going to need to attach your mousetrap to a chassis (or body), which will form the frame of your car, wheels, and an engine to power the contraption. These kinds of miniature cars are often used for physics experiment when learning about mechanical advantage, gravity, and gear ratios.
Student-designed mousetrap cars are a great way to incorporate engineering and design principles into your physics unit! Student groups will design, construct, and race their mousetrap cars while learning about energy transfer, simple machines, and speed!
