Eisco Scientific

<b>The Eisco Garage Physics line is aimed at students aged 7-13 interested in STEM concepts included physics and engineering. Each kit engages the young learner to discover new ideas about the physical world through assembly and play.</b><br>Ancient Egyptians would use long poles to lift and position the giant stone blocks used to build the pyramids. These long poles used torque to create a mechanical advantage in which a relatively small force applied at a large distance from the fulcrum (or rotational point) could create a large lifting force close to the fulcrum. The Greek Philosopher, Archimedes, was considered the first person to grasp this concept in describing simple machines like the lever. One of Archimedes most famous quotes is, “Give me a lever long enough and a fulcrum on which to place it, and I shall move the world.”<br><br> The Torque is a measurement quantity that helps explain how well a force can cause a rotation. With this kit the user can experience significantly increasing torque by moving a mass set down a rod while trying to balance the main rod. Activity takes the user from gaining a conceptual understanding of Torque to real world applications. It is a tricky and fun demonstration that will leave a lasting conceptual understanding with students of any age.<br>Kit contains: Storage Box in image, 1000g mass set, custom washer, 2 dowels, 2 bolts, 2 nuts, steel ball and instructions. *To assemble the Torque Feeler, you will need a Phillips head screwdriver and a small adjustable wrench. <br>The activity correlates well with the Next Generation Science Standards PS2, Motion and Stability: Forces and Interactions.