Description of Competition- Using a mousetrap and any other objects deemed necessary by the inventors, the objective was to create a “racecar” that would travel at least 5 meters given 3 attempts. The competition was held in the science hallway located upstairs directly outside Mr.McMahon’s room, with white tape on the floor indicating 1, 2, 3,4, and 5 meters. Problems Encountered- String getting caught around the axel.
Description of the Competition Using a mousetrap and any other objects deemed necessary by the inventors, the objective was to create a “racecar” that would travel at least 5 meters given 3 attempts. The competition was held in the science hallway located upstairs directly outside Mr.McMahon’s room, with white tape on the floor indicating 1, 2, 3,4, and 5 meters. Problems encountered: String getting caught around the axel -Made the string reach just past the axel Attaching the wheels to the wood (continuously cracked) -Were extremely cautious when attaching the wheels Finding a string that worked well -Tried different strings until we found the perfect one Finding a good length for the string -Tried different lengths until one worked well Finding a strong but light wood - Went to the store and looked at the options Reducing friction between the wheels -Added rubber bands, and plastic to the axel
