Bibliograph

Making machines with ramps and wedges, Chris Oxlade

Type

Label

Making machines with ramps and wedges, 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 ramps and wedges

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

877948743

Responsibility statement

Chris Oxlade

Series statement

Simple machine projectsRaintree perspectives

Summary

"A hands-on approach introduces young scientists to ramps and wedges. 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 ramps and wedges. Step-by-step projects range from the simple to the more challenging."--, Provided by publisher

Table Of Contents

What are ramps and wedges? -- How wedges work -- The power of wedges -- Sharp and blunt -- Moving materials -- Pushing air aside -- How ramps work -- Going down ramps -- Moving up ramps -- Ramps and wedges in history -- Ramps and wedges in complex machines -- Facts and fun

Target audience

juvenile

Classification