A submersible is a type of underwater vessel used in research and exploration by oceanographers, scientist and explorers.
This advanced kit introduces students to Marine Architecture, Marine Engineering and the sciences associated with these fields. Pair with lessons related to buoyancy, Archimedes Principle, electrical circuits, controlling electric motors, pressure, Newton’s Laws, volume and mass calculations at appropriate levels.
As a challenge, students can figure out how to pick up a metal object using a magnet or move the submersible in a certain direction.
Bulk Pack for 10 includes:
- Assembled Controller has switches for up to 4 motors. The extra switch can be used for an additional student-design application.
- Cable 15 ft. long
- Battery Holder
- 4 D Batteries
- [3] Motors for Vertical and Horizontal Movement
- Plastic Ballast Control Tubes
- Propellers
- Multi-Blocks
- Clip Connectors
- Tubes
- Straw
- Grommets
- Washers
- Sand Paper
- Instruction Materials
Requires [4] D batteries, snips or Kre8® Cutter (283653) as well as assembly, measuring, cutting, low temperature wax for melting, and soldering.
Designs can be tested in your school pool.
NOTE: Kre8® kits can be assembled in regular classrooms. Kits may require hand tools, advanced assembly and adult supervision.
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