Mechanisms
Mechanisms is a topic that is covered in Science, Mathematics, DT and Engineering to some degree. These resources identified by a practising DT/Engineering teacher have been identified with KS4/5 DT/Engineering in mind, but may also be useful in supporting other subjects.
- ALL
- STEM Club
- Teacher guidance
- Activity sheet
- External link
STEM Club
Teacher guidance
Energy Transfer - From Source to Load
Teacher notes and pupil activities about energy transfer, containing some useful material about mechanisms.
Activity sheet
How Will Your Beast Open Its Mouth?
Aimed at younger children but this activity could aid in teaching about cams and followers, simple cranks or a crank and slider.
External link
Technology Student - Mechanisms
A webpage with lots of information about different mechanisms and their applications
Rob Ives - mechanisms page
Another useful website about lots of different mechanisms. Includes animations.
GCSE BItesize
BBC webpage with loads of information about mechanisms. Could be a good starting point for pupil research.
