In this workshop, we will learn about polymers and their incredible properties. We will discuss some of the amazing applications of polymeric materials, from high-tech gadgetry to high-performance sports equipment, and from environmental sensors to cutting-edge medical technology. We’ll also explore issues of polymers and sustainability. Through hands-on inquiry experiences, we will explore a number… Continue Reading
Author Archives: George Exarchakis
Future Engineers – PJ Hill 5th Grade Girls Design Flashlights
[singlepic id=291 w=320 h=240 float=] A group of 5th grade girls, under the direction of Keturah Monroe has created working flashlights with LED bulbs, battery packs and recycled bottles. The girls connected all of the wires, covered the connections with electrical tape, and created a switch with paper clips on the outside of the housing.… Continue Reading
Future Engineers-Mott-Flashlights
[singlepic id=240 w=320 h=240 float=] The students at Mott School in Trenton learn how to use their knowledge of circuits and switches to create a working flashlight that can be turned on and off through a switch on the outside. The students use tinfoil to create a brighter beam, and decorate their flashlights with construction… Continue Reading
Future Engineers-Centre Street-Towers
[singlepic id=301 w=320 h=240 float=] Instructor Brianna Kurowski shows her future engineers how to construct the a structurally-sound tower. Students attempted to create the tallest tower that could stand up on its own. [nggallery id=7] Continue Reading
Future Engineers-Grant School-Circuits
[singlepic id=292 w=320 h=240 float=] Instructor Marc Rubinstein teaches his future engineers how to wire a circuit properly, and how to create a flashlight out of recycled materials. [nggallery id=9] Continue Reading