Rules+for+the+Rube+Goldberg+Project+-+Rev+a

This is the second stage of the Rules page.

 **Introduction** Rube Goldberg was a cartoonist famous for creating diagrams that showed an extremely complicated, complex way to accomplish simple, ordinary tasks. You, too, will follow in the creative footsteps of Mr. Goldberg on the path to simple machine invention.

**Task** You will design and build a working Rube Goldberg machine, a very complicated machine to perform a simple everyday task. You will keep a journal of your progress and write a paper about your project.

**Process**  __[|Simple Machines]__ __[|Six simple machines]__ and online quiz __[|Elements of Machines]__ __[|Simple Machines Glossary]__  __[|Types of Energy]__ __[|Energy Transfer]__ __[|Energy]__ __[|Energy Changes]__ 
 * 1) Brainstorm (write down) a list of sources where you might find information on Rube Goldberg, simple machines and energy transfer.
 * 2) Review sample **Rube Goldberg cartoons** at the __[|Rube Goldberg Gallery]__
 * 3) Review the proponents of simple machines at these sites:
 * 1) Review these sites for information on transfer of energy:

__[|Timeline of Mechanical Inventions]__ (with illustrations)
 * Try these suggested sites for other ideas for your project

__[|Rube Goldberg Machine Contest]__  --machine must perform some task, any task within reason (consult teacher for final approval) --can have up to 3 people in a group working on 1 machine --must have at least 10 steps. 15 or more will earn bonus points. --must include at least 3 simple machines. If you use all 6, five bonus points are earned. --must use 5 energy transfers --must be free standing and able to get through the door --must be able to complete the task more than once --cannot touch machine after it starts --no electrical devices allowed   --list of simple machines and how they work --energy transfer and how it is used in your project --labeled diagram of your machine with detailed instructions of your steps 13. Include in your journal a final analysis/self evaluation on how well you think you did on this project. Include: --What did I do right? --What did I do wrong? --What would I change if I could? --How could I make the project better? You will receive 1 test grade for this project in the following breakdown of 100 points: --**Paper** (35)—included all information requested --**Working machine** (20)—followed guidelines --**Finished product** (35)—has at least 10 steps --**Journal** (5)—turned in on time --**Final Analysis/Self Evaluation** (5)—followed guidelines
 * 1) Also look in the reference section of the library in encyclopedias for information on different types of propellers and Newton’s Laws or the online encyclopedias at the __[|Italy High School Library]__ web site.
 * 2) Keep a journal as you progress through this project.
 * 3) Draw a labeled diagram of your machine with detailed instructions of your steps.
 * 4) After assembling the materials, now build your Rube Goldberg machine including the following guidelines:
 * 1) You will demonstrate your machine in a class exhibition.
 * 2) You will also turn in a typed (12-point Arial, double spaced) paper which includes the following:
 * Evaluation **

Thursday - February 18 - —  Submit preliminary project diagram Thursday - February 18 - — Journal check Thursday - March 4 — Final Diagram presentation Thursday - March 18 — Projects due
 * __Due dates for Physica 1A:__**


 * NO late projects will be accepted!**

At the end of this project you will become more acquainted with simple machines and energy transfer needed to make a working machine similar to the famous Rube Goldberg cartoons.
 * Conclusion **

The Final stage of your project will be designed to ............ (to be announced).

Teams will be in groups of three.

Click here (LIST) for the Official List of the very first ever official team members of the first ever Bentworth High School Rube Goldberg Science Project.
Meet at this time in your group and COLABORATE. Put together all your ideas to create one of the best Projects ever.

All paper work that is required is to be a joint effort by all of your team members. If there is an issue with a team member, it will be addressed.