Bibliograph

Making machines with springs, Chris Oxlade

Type

Label

Making machines with springs, Chris Oxlade

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references and index

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Making machines with springs

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

877563713

Responsibility statement

Chris Oxlade

Series statement

Simple machine projectsRaintree perspectives

Summary

"A hands-on approach introduces young scientists to springs. Science theory and practical, fun projects teach the physics and the technology behind this simple machine. Important science curriculum is explained through historical and contemporary examples of springs. Step-by-step projects range from the simple to the more challenging."--, Provided by publisher

Table Of Contents

What is a spring? -- How springs work -- Squeezing, stretching and bending springs -- Spring jobs -- Springs in history -- A spring catapult -- Storing energy with springs -- Rubber band power -- Springs in complex machines -- Facts and fun

Target audience

juvenile

Classification