Smartivity Hydraulic Crane

 

Smartivity Hydraulic Crane: Build your own hydraulic crane. This kit contains all the elements required to build a fully functional hydraulic crane and a mock load that you can lift and move around using the arms of the crane.

Once you have assembled your crane use the hydraulic pressure from the syringes to open and shut the claws of the crane to hold the load. A series of syringe-powered hydraulics allows you to move the arm upwards and downwards, as well as sideways to carry the load. Lift everyday small items using the crane and discover how hydraulic-powered machines like earth-movers, robots, and cranes work. An engaging way to learn about engineering, fluid dynamics, and simple machines.

Key Features

This is a do it yourself activity kit designed to help children understand fundamental principles of STEM subjects.

Skills Developed: Analytical Skills, Reactivity, Motor Skills, Practical Skills.

What you get

Smartivity - Pump It Move It, Hydraulic Crane. A build-it-yourself hydraulic crane includes engineered wood components, tubing, syringes, and step-by-step instructions.

Concepts Involved

• What is hydraulic power?

• How do heavy machines like cranes and earth-movers work?

• What is pressure?

• How can water pressure be used to move objects around?

Teach

• Levers and simple machines

• Fluid dynamics

• Engineering

• Invention

• Design and technology

• Fine motor skills

• Water pressure

Recommended Age

Suitable for ages 6+.

Brand: Smartivity