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- 9th - 12th
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Students, after reading an explanation from a NASA Web-based textbook, you demonstrate an understanding of the text by applying it to questions involving the theories of how a wing produces lift. Full Review »
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- 6th - 8th
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Students discover the basic principles of aerodynamics, including the roles and identity of natural forces involved. They examine how the force of gravity is overcome by the curved shape of an airplane wing and air pressure. Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students discover the aerodynamics involved in flying a helicopter. They name the parts of the helicopter and determine the meaning of lift, thrust, drag and weight. They construct a paper device that can fly and its parts manipulated. Full Review »
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- 5th - Higher Ed
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Students research aerodynamics using Web sites provided by the teacher. Working in groups, they design paper airplanes, test them, and choose a final plane to fly against the other groups. They graph flight results using a spreadsheet program. Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students study aerodynamic forces - lift and drag - and see how those forces affect cycling performance. They see how those forces are calculated and how Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students examine how aerodynamic forces affect the flight of aircraft, animals and sports balls and projectiles (like a javelin or boomerang). They discover the origins of the boomerang and early usage in hunting. Full Review »
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- 4th - 8th
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Students are introduced to basic aerodynamics through a discussion of thrust and drag and a hands-on activity. They examine the forces of thrust, drag, air pressure, aerodynamic shapes and Newton's Third Law Of Motion. Full Review »
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- 5th - 7th
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Students investigate and demonstrate how aerodynamic downforce is more important than drag reduction in automobile racing. They research to find data about the quality of speed and performance in auto racing since aerodynamic downforce has been a focus. Full Review »
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- 7th
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Students design, construct, refine, and test cars that they build on the computer screen. They find the density of several objects using the techniques used to find volume. They measure various common objects to become more familiar with their dimensions in metric units. Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students construct a device that can launch spinning balls. One example would be a mailing tube with one side partially cut away, lined with sandpaper. Styrofoam balls should be used for the greatest effet. They are explained how a baseball pticher is able to throw a curveball. Full Review »
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