Wooden Simple Machines

This wooden inclined plane is elegantly designed and easy to use for students. It comes with a built in mass but the cart has a shallow indent for adding mass if needed. An inclined plane is a flat supporting surface tilted at an angle, with one end higher than the other, used as an aid for raising or lowering a load. They are widely used to move heavy loads over vertical obstacles, for instance a loading ramp on a truck or bus and a pedestrian ramp. The ramp of the inclined plane can be adjusted in height, making it possible to find out if the angle of the ramp influences the force needed to let the cart move up the ramp. And what is the effect of the mass of the cart on the force needed? This model is perfect for inquiry based experiments. Students will form hypotheses about the relation between the mass of the cart, the angle of the ramp and the force needed to move the cart up. Then, they can test their hypothesis by performing the experiment, changing the variables to discover if their original thoughts were correct. Students can study several different simple machine concepts with this one apparatus. This wooden model is ideal for classroom demonstrations because of its sturdy construction.

This apparatus can model how the use of an inclined plane can increase mechanical advantage. The model is made of particle board and wooden components. The cart comes with rubber wheels and the track of the inclined plane has grooves to guide the cart. The model comes with instructions to facilitate both students and teacher with the use of this apparatus. The model measures 42 cm (W) x 8.2 cm (L) with an adjustable height.   

This gear train model has a sturdy wooden construction, ideal for classroom use. This apparatus can model how gears work at a basic level to make work easier. Students will find out that the movement of the next gear is in opposite direction than the first gear. The following gear afterwards is again moving in opposite direction as the gear next to it, but in the same direction as the first gear. They will also find out that the force is applied to the first gear, the ‘driver’ and that the load is applied to the next gear, the ‘follower’. A gear train is formed by mounting gears on a frame so that the teeth of the gears engage. Gear teeth are designed to ensure the pitch circles of engaging gears roll on each other without slipping, providing a smooth transmission of rotation from one gear to the next. The model is made of particle board and wooden components. The model comes with instructions to facilitate both students and teacher with the use of this apparatus. The base of the gear train model measures 41.3 cm (W) x 8.9 cm (L) with an height of 16.5 cm.  

The pulley is one of the basic simple machines and can be found everywhere around us. They are used in cranes, to lift heavy weights. Or when you hoist a flag.

It provides mechanical advantage, making it easier to move heavy masses. But how exactly does it work? Find out this and more by experimenting with this Pulleys Model. This wooden model is ideal for classroom demonstrations.

This apparatus can model how the use of several pulleys increases mechanical advantage. Students can use this both qualitatively and quantitatively. The design of this pulley lends itself easily to inquiry based activities. What happens if you change the weight at the end of the pulley? And do you have to apply more or less force if you use 2 pulleys? And what if you use 3 pulleys? What happens to the direction and the magnitude of the force applied? Can you come up with an everyday situation where you can use a pulley? There is so much to discover! This model includes an instruction manual to facilitate both student and teacher with the use of this model. The model is made of particle board and MDF components. The sturdy construction of the models makes it perfect for classroom use. The base of the model measures 16.5 cm (L) x 8.9 cm (W) x 41 cm (H).

This wooden pendulum has a strong and sturdy construction ideal for classroom use. The blue bob is adjustable so that students can easily and quantitatively study the relationship between the length of the pendulum and the period of the bob. Thewooden guide helps students to keep the release angle uniform and small. The rigid body allows for movement in only two dimensions keeping students focused on the relationship of length and period without having to worry about other variables. The pendulum is one of the simple machines and are designed in such a way that once they are moved, they will continue to swing for a long period of time. Gravity is the force that keeps it moving. The amount of time it takes for a pendulum to swing from one side to the other and back again is called a “period”. Students can experiment with this by measuring the period of the pendulum during different circumstances.
Does is take longer when you release the bob from a higher point to perform one period? Or would it be shorter? How long is one period? And what is the relationship between the length of the pendulum and the period? What changes when you remove the bob and release the pendulum from the same height as when the bob was attached? This model is an excellent tool for inquiry based experiments. Students create an hypothesis – what do they think will happen when you change the variables of the length of the pendulum, the height on which the pendulum is released and the absence or presence of the pendulum bob. Once they have thought about the possible outcome, they can check their hypothesis by performing the experiment. This makes the pendulum model a perfect resource for hands-on science experiments. This Pendulum Model includes an instruction manual to facilitate both student and teacher with the use of this model. The model is made of particle board and MDF components. The sturdy construction of the models makes it perfect for classroom use. The base of the pendulum model measures 16.5 cm (L) x 8.9 cm (W) x 39.5 cm (H), with a 30 cm long adjustable wooden pendulum.

This wedge model can be used to demonstrate how a wedge can increase mechanical advantage. Easy for students to use and measure. A wedgecan be used to separate two objects or portions of an object, lift up an object, or hold an object in place. Wedges are used in everyday life, think of an ax or a door stopper. It is a triangular shaped tool. The mechanical advantage of a wedge is given by the ratio of the length of its slope to its width. What do you think will be easier if you want to lift an object? The use of a short wedge with a wide angle or a long wedge with a narrow angle? Let students try to lift the model by inserting the wedge only a little bit. Let them try it again by inserting the wedge completely, only leaving a little bit of the wedge sticking out. What was easier? Can you explain why? This model is an excellent tool for inquiry based experiments. Students create an hypothesis – what do they think will happen to the mechanical advantage when you change the length the slope? Once they have thought about the possible outcome, they can check their hypothesis by performing the experiment. This makes the model a perfect resource for hands-on science experiments. This model includes an instruction manual to facilitate both teachers and students with the use of this model.

The model is made of particle board and MDF components. The sturdy construction of the models makes it perfect for classroom use. The base of the model measures 35.0 cm (L) x 9.5 cm (W) with an adjustable height.

This wooden gear model has a sturdy construction, ideal for classroom use. This type of gear model is called arack and pinion. It is a type of linear actuator that comprises a pair of gears which convert rotational motion into linear motion. The circular gear is called the pinion, and the gear bar is called the rack. The teeth of the pinion and the rack are engaged. By turning the pinion, the rack will move backwards and forwards. This means that rotational motion is changed in linear motion. This principle can also be used the other way around. By moving the rack in linear direction, the teeth will be engaged with the circular pinion, causing it to move in rotational motion. An example of this type of gears is a rack railway, where the rack and pinion are used to move a train up a steep slope. The teeth on the rack and the gear wheel of the train make sure the train will not slip backwards when moving up the hill. The model comes with an instruction guide, which is included to make optimal use of the model and to facilitate both students and teachers with the use of it. The base measures 40 cm (W) x 6 cm (L) and the model is 15.2 cm tall.

This motion converter model easily demonstrates how rotational motion can be converted into linear motion. The durable wooden construction makes this model ideal for classroom use. Motion converters can be found in internal combustion engines and steam engines. By turning the circular gear, the rotational motion will be converted into linear motion. The first gear drives the motion. This is where the force is applied. It creates repeatable back-and-forth motion and action. This model comes fully assembled and includes an instruction guide, to facilitate the use of the model for both students and teachers. The gears are 12 cm in diameter and are mounted on a base. The base measures 38.5 cm (W) x 6.8 cm (L). The model is 14.5 cm tall. The model is made of particle board and wooden blocks.

Each product is carefully designed by a team of laboratory professionals and experienced engineers with quality and durability in mind. They are manufactured with only the highest grade, raw materials and according to international quality standards to ensure that they can withstand use in even the toughest laboratory environments.

This fulcrum balance model is elegantly designed and easy to use by students. The sturdy construction of the fulcrum balance makes it ideal for classroom demonstrations. Study how changing the distance from the fulcrum changes the mechanical advantage. This fulcrum balance consists of a lever that is attached to the ground by a pivot. The point where the lever and the pivot connect is called the pivot point. Students can intuitively figure out the balance point for a given set of masses. If there is a heavy load on one side of the lever and a small load on the other side of the lever, how should they change the pivot point to let the lever balance? Do you need to move the heavy load closer to the pivot point, or is it the small load? What happens if you move the pivot point of a fulcrum that was in balance before you moved it? Where do you have to apply force (in other words: where do you have to add weight) to create a balance again? This model is perfect for inquiry based learning! This model comes with an instruction manual for teacher and students to facilitate in the use of the model. The base measures 22 cm (W) x 5.5 cm (L) with a height of 13.3 cm. The lever arm is 45cm long. The model is made of particle board and wooden components.

This lever model is elegantly designed and is easy for students to use. Students will find out how levers can create mechanical advantage, both qualitatively and quantitatively. The sturdy construction makes it an ideal classroom demonstration model. Levers can be used to exert a large force over a small distance at one end by exerting only a small force over a greater distance at the other. Students can add weights to one end of the lever and try to lift the weight. What happens if they move the lever arm, making the side they push down longer and the side with the mass applied to it shorter? Will this make it easier of do they have to apply more force? Let students think about levers that are used in everyday life. They will find out that they can find levers everywhere around us! This model is a great resource to stimulate inquiry based learning. First, students will think about possible outcomes when they change the variables; the mass applied to the end of one side of the lever and the length of the lever arm. They will think about the relation between these two variables and come up with hypotheses. Afterwards, they can check their theories by performing the experiment. Was their hypothesis correct? This lever model includes an instruction manual to facilitate the use of this model for both students and teachers. It is made of particle board and wooden components. The base measures 22 cm (W) x 7 cm (L), with an height of 13.3 cm and the lever arm is 19 cm long.

This wheel and axle has a sturdy wooden construction, making it an excellent resource for classroom demonstrations. This apparatus can show how a crane works, as well as several other uses for a wheel and axle. The wheel and axle is a simple machine consisting of a wheel (or crank) and an axle that turn on the same axis. Steering wheels, doorknobs, and screwdrivers are examples of wheel-and-axle devices. This model is a perfect resource for inquiry based learning. How will the wheel and axle create mechanical advantage? What can they change to the model to create a bigger advantage? Let students test their hypothesis by changing the variables. Was their theory correct or did they have to adjust it? Let them think about wheels and axles in every day life and find out how they make our lives easier.   The model includes and instruction manual, to facilitate both teachers and students with the use of this model.

It is made of particle board and metal pegs to hold the lever arm and wheels in place. The base of the model measures 24 cm (W) x 9.5 cm (L) with a height of 11.5 cm.

Little hands can squash with ease when they use the Simple Machines – Screw.

A screw is one of the most commonly used mechanical devices in the world. It is a one of the six most commonly used simple machines. It converts rotational motion into linear motion and turns a small rotational force into a large driving force.

This wooden machine is an easy to comprehend example demonstrating the physics principle, and is made with a sturdy wood and metal construction, ideal for classroom use.

The large block mounted square around the head of the screw gives smaller hands additional leverage so they can more easily turn it. Additionally, the square handle also makes it easier to measure the distance the top of the machine has rotated vs the distance the screw has travelled through the board.

This Simple Machines device includes an instruction manual to facilitate the student and teacher use of the screw apparatus

Size: 20 x 10 x 11cm. Top of screw is 4.75cm square.

Each product is carefully designed by a team of laboratory professionals and experienced engineers with quality and durability in mind. They are manufactured with only the highest grade, raw materials and according to international quality standards to ensure that they can withstand use in even the toughest laboratory environments.

Inspire young inventors when you introduce them to the basics of physics with the Simple Machines – Block and Tackle.

This wooden machine is a great teaching resource to explain the basics of ropes, pulleys, and how they provide a mechanical advantage. Children will enjoy being able to lift heavier items with ease,

This block and tackle model is made has a sturdy wooden construction ideal for classroom use, and a design that lends itself easily to children’s inquiry based activities. The model is supplied with an instruction manual to facilitate student and teacher use of the apparatus.

The Simple Machines Block and Tackle model is made of particle board and wooden components, and measures approximately 17cm wide x 12cm long x 22cm tall.

Each product is carefully designed by a team of laboratory professionals and experienced engineers with quality and durability in mind. They are manufactured with only the highest grade, raw materials and according to international quality standards to ensure that they can withstand use in even the toughest laboratory environments.