On April 7, we are exploring crazy contraptions like our over-the-top exhibit, the Incredible Ball Machine! Join the Science Mill staff on a wacky adventure into the wild ride of marble run creations and Rube Goldberg inspired simple machines.
Learn about the physics of motion and challenge yourself to create your own cool designs! After the episode, make sure you check back here for more cool Rube Goldberg inspired videos, Career Connections, and our at-home activity download to make your own crazy contraption!
Take on the Challenge at home and create your own complex machine! You could build a ball maze, like the Incredible Ball Machine, or something that performs a simple task, like a Rube Goldberg Machine.
If you need a little inspiration, you can find some of our favorite examples below in the video section. Send a video of your incredible complex machine in action to programs@sciencemill.org -- we’ll feature some of our favorites in next week's episode!
Simple Machine Scavenger Hunt
Rube Goldberg Challenge
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Physics of Motion and Simple Machine Videos
