Assemble a Remote Control Rescue Crawler with this Educational Construction Kit by Tamiya. Suitable for Ages 10 & Older. Features: * This craft project is designed to illustrate by doing the many methods of using motor power to activate a model, and teach the fundamentals of mechanics used in transportation. * Twin motor and 4-speed crank axle gearbox. * 3-channel remote control unit is used to move the crawler forward, backward, left and right. * Universal plate/arm. * Cross large obstacles by raising the front 2 track units (they raise approximately 80 degrees). * Travel accross rough and uneven terrain by lowering the tracks (they lower approximately 20 degrees). * Picku
...more about the Tamiya R/C Rescue Crawler
|
This is the Triple Action Solar Car from OWIŪ Recommended for Ages 10 & Older. Features: * This kit will demonstrate the use of alternative energy. * Build with or without the clear plastic, aerodynamic sports car body design. * Independent parts so you can make you own solar object. * The sun or any intense mobile light can power the solar battery. * Steerable front axle. * The two-way battery source allows for battery or solar power. * Muli-speed transmition. * Detailed assembly and operation guide.
...more about the OWI Inc. Triple Action Solar Car
|
This is the Star Wars Darth Vader Robotic Arm from Uncle Milton. Suitable for Ages 8 & Up. Features: Build, use and display a real robotic arm Assembles easily with 45 snap-together parts Authentic Darth Vader styling Base with interactive controls Grips and holds lightweight objects No batteries required Fun and informative learning guide included.
...more about the Uncle Milton Star Wars Darth Vader Robotic Arm
|
The Walking Elephant lumbers along swaying its head back and forth. Powered by a FA-130 motor in a high quality gear box, this kit also comes with a highquality plastic link rod to ensure smooth movement and durability.
...more about the Tamiya Walking Elephant
|
The High Speed Gear Box, High Efficiency, is perfect for high speed applications. Two gear ratios are possible, and several styles of crank arms are supplied for a variety of uses. A RE-260 motor is included. The gear box can be mounted vertically or horizontally. .
...more about the Tamiya HE Hi-Speed Gear Box Assembly Kit
|
With the Worm Gear Box, High Efficiency, it is possible to have high power or high speed with two different gear ratios. Several crank arms have been supplied along with a RE-260 motor. This gear box works well in a variety of Tamiya Construction or Robotics projects. .
...more about the Tamiya Worm Gearbox High Efficiency Kit
|
The Hydro racer is designed for racing fun! The sleek design is easy to assemble and assures good racing performance with lots of opportunities for experimenting. This kit features pre-cut wood components that self-align during assembly. Includes foam pontoons, electric motor, plastic prop and requires no soldering! Easy to decorate with acrylic paints or colored markers.
...more about the Midwest Hydro Racer
|
This is a 1:130 Scale Lift Bridge Construction Kit by Midwest Suitable for Ages 8 & Older. Features: * An operating, scale model replica of The Jefferson Street Bridge located in Joliet, Illinois. * This is 1 of 4 Bascule bridges that cross the Des Plaines River. * Precision laser cut wood parts. * Adjustable counter weight and roller platform. * Includes all hardware. * Can be painted with acrylic paints. * This kit is quick and easy to build, while also teaching physics and engineering. * Illustrated assembly guide.
...more about the Midwest Lift Bridge Kit
|
How can a mousetrap power a vehicle? What is friction and how can it be managed? How is energy stored? How is speed calculated? You can "Build the Answers" with mousetrap racing. You can also learn faster and retain more with hands-on activities that challenge the senses. Designed, manufactured and refined based on years of classroom testing and teacher input. Use the mousetrap racer as a hands-on supplement to teach power and transportation. You can also custom paint your racer.
...more about the Midwest Mousetrap Racer
|
Try and get the balloon on this paper and wood racer! This kit is great fun for all ages and really goes a long way. You can customize your Speeder and design it in many different ways. The kit includes lots of wood, paper wheels, dowel rods, paper gussets, some hardware, No nails are needed to construct this kit.
...more about the Walnut Ridge Woodie Balloon Speeder
|
This is a wood and paper version of our popular kit. You can design your Speeder in many different ways. Add some of your own things to customize your kit. Includes all the stuff you need, like a propeller, stick, lots of wood, paper wheels, gussets, dowel rods and some hardware.
...more about the Walnut Ridge Woodie Propeller Speeder
|
Included in the Small Pulley Set are a variety of small pulleys and power bands. Use with any combination of Tamiya Construction and Robotics projects. Pulley sizes included are 11mm, 20mm, and 30mm. .
...more about the Tamiya Pulley (S) Set
|
The Large Pulley Set includes larger pulleys than the small pulley set. It also includes power bands. Pulley sizes included are 11mm, 25mm, and 50mm. Also included in the set are several power bands. .
...more about the Tamiya Pulley (L) Set
|
|
The Easy Spin is a hands-on interactive teaching device that allows students to better understand the relationships between pitch and lift. Easy Assembly - nothing to cut or glue. Easy to Decorate - just use markers. Flies indoors or outdoors.
...more about the Midwest Easy Spin (2)
|
|
|
|
Designed for both speed and distance, this is the Lil' Moe Mousetrap Powered Racer Kit from Doc Fizzix. Features: Easy-to-wind and snag-free string release system eliminates tangles and snags for increased performance Pre-cut and drilled balsa wood frame Uses lightweight low inertia DVD/CD layers for wheels Travels distances from 15 to 30 meters (49 to 98 feet) Can be assembled in less than 30 minutes for most first time builders.
...more about the Doc Fizzix Little Moe Small Mousetrap Racer
|
Designed for both speed and distance, this is the Basic Kit Mousetrap Powered Racer Kit from Doc Fizzix. Features: Easy-to-wind and snag-free string release system eliminates tangles and snags for increased performance Pre-cut and drilled balsa wood frame Uses lightweight low inertia DVD/CD layers for wheels Travels distances from 25 to 45 meters (82 to 147 feet) Can be assembled in less than 30 minutes for most first time builders.
...more about the Doc Fizzix Basic Kit Mousetrap Racer
|
Designed for both speed and distance, this is the Basic Kit II Mousetrap Powered Racer Kit from Doc Fizzix. The Basic Kit II has all the features of the Basic Kit but adds adjustable steering and reduced friction bushings. Features: Easy-to-wind and snag-free string release system eliminates tangles and snags for increased performance Pre-cut and drilled balsa wood frame Uses lightweight low inertia DVD/CD layers for wheels Travels distances from 35 to 65 meters (82 to 147 feet) Reduced friction bushings increase the model's efficiency Adjustable steering allows the model to travel in complete circles of almost any radius (can also be set to travel in a straight line) Can b
...more about the Doc Fizzix Basic Kit II Mousetrap Racer
|
Designed to carry a full sized soda can over 15 Meters (49'), This is the Can Dew Mousetrap Powered Racer Kit from Doc Fizzix. Features: Easy-to-wind and snag-free string release system eliminates tangles and snags for increased performance Pre-cut and drilled balsa wood frame Uses lightweight low inertia DVD/CD layers for wheels Carries a full soda can from 15 to 20 meters (49' to 50') High torque gearing system generates tremendous torque and power capable of moving large loads over great distances Special cargo bay designed to hold a soda can or similar item Can be assembled in less than 30 minutes for most first time builders.
...more about the Doc Fizzix Can Dew Kit Mousetrap Racer
|
Turbo charged with two mousetraps for the twice the power and twice the fun this is the Double Trouble Mousetrap Powered Racer Kit from Doc Fizzix. Features: Easy-to-wind and snag-free string release system eliminates tangles and snags for increased performance Pre-cut and drilled balsa wood frame Uses lightweight low inertia DVD/CD layers for wheels Travels distances from 40 to 80 meters (131 to 262 feet) Twin mousetrap design for twice the power Can be assembled in less than 30 minutes for most first time builders.
...more about the Doc Fizzix Double Trouble Twin Powered Mousetrap Racer
|
|
|
This is the Slingshot Racer Rubberband Powered Vehicle Kit from Doc Fizzix. Suitable for age 13 and up. Features: Rubberband powered racer Travels 5 meters in 1 second Pre-cut and pre-drilled parts Uses the pulley system to stretch the rubber band instead of winding it like other vehicles.
...more about the Doc Fizzix The Sling Shot Rubber Band Racer
|
This is The Hover Craft rubber band powered model from Doc Fizzix. Features: Balsa wood construction Twin rubber band powered propeller design (one for lift and one for thrust) Works on smooth floors as well as carpeted floors Designed to travel a distance of 5 meters (16 feet) Assembly time is between one and two hours for most builders.
...more about the Doc Fizzix The Hover Craft
|
This is the DVD Layer & Axles Set from Doc Fizzix. Features: Clear DVD layers Brass axles Designed to travel 5-15 meters (16-49 feet) more than CD wheels DVD layers have less air-friction than normal CD wheels.
...more about the Doc Fizzix DVD Layer & Axles Set
|
|
|
This is the Mouse Trap Boat Kit from Doc Fizzix For ages 13 years and up. Features: Easy glide hull design Travels over 5 meters Building time for most is between 1 to 2 hours Can be built for distance or speed Easy to follow instructions.
...more about the Doc Fizzix Doc Fizzix Mouse Trap Boat
|
Our twin hull Tech Cat Catamaran will put seaworthy success into your earth science and technology curriculum. Quick to construct and fun to run, the Tech-Cat Catamaran has three different power sources - sail, airboat and surface drive for you to analyze. Discovering the concepts of floatation, thrust, velocity, torque and many others was never so much fun!
...more about the Midwest Tech-Cat Catamaran
|
Build the Delta Dart with this Wooden Activity Kit from Midwest Products. Suitable for Ages 8 & Older. Features: * Rubber band powered. * 1/8" thick, laser cut balsa main body. * 1/2" thick, styrofoam hull. * Black plastic propeller. * Can be decorated with acrylic paints, colored markers or stickers. * Illustrated assembly guide.
...more about the Midwest Delta Dart Activity Kit
|
