SimpleMachines Rube Goldberg

What simple machines did you use on your SUMO bot?

How could you have used a lever on a SUMO bot against your oponents?

• Use a lever to gain mechanical advantage and flip or push your opponent out of the ring even if you motor couldn't left them directly.

• Use a lever to increase speed and evade attacks.
• Use a lever to create distractions for the opponent.
• Use a lever to stabilize your own position in the ring.

Which is typically more successful in knocking over books, a toy car or a skateboard?

• A toy truck
• A bicycle
• A soccer ball
• A skateboard

What used are discussed for inclined planes? (in Rube Goldberg Machines)

• Inclined planes are used to lift objects with less force.
• Inclined planes are used to decrease the distance objects travel.
• Inclined planes are used to increase the weight of objects.
• Inclined planes are used to change direction or keep moving objects on a certain path.

How could you use a pulley on a Sumo bot?

What is something you have used today with the simple machine that was just mentioned?

• Lever
• Pulley
• screw

• Wheel and Axle

How is a wedge different than an inclined plane?

Where is the pulley used in getting the dog treat from the refrigerator?

• The pulley is used to open the refrigerator door through a movement beyond the door and outside of frame

• The pulley is used to push the dog treat out of the refrigerator by changing the force direction

• The pulley is used at the to open the file cabinet and with the bucket

• The pulley is used to lift the dog treat from the refrigerator and swing it to the side

How can knowledge about simple machines help you in robotics?