Flatline Robotics
Rube Goldberg
Machine Challenge
Complex solutions to simple problems. Chain reactions!
⏱ Full Day Event
🎯 Team Challenge
What You'll Build
- Design an overly complex chain-reaction machine
- Use everyday objects in unexpected ways
- Apply physics: gravity, momentum, and energy transfer
- Work as a team to solve engineering puzzles
- Create a machine that performs a simple task
- Test, iterate, and perfect your chain reaction
How the Day Works
1
Team Up & Brainstorm
Form teams, choose your simple task, and brainstorm creative chain-reaction ideas.
1.5 HRS
2
Design & Gather
Sketch your machine design, plan the sequence, and gather materials from our supply station.
1.5 HRS
3
Build & Test
Construct your Rube Goldberg machine, test each step, and debug the chain reaction.
3 HRS
4
Showcase & Celebrate
Demonstrate your machines, watch the chain reactions, and celebrate creative engineering.
1 HR
Engineering Meets Creativity!
Experience the joy of creative problem-solving through the most fun engineering challenge ever invented.
Skills You'll Gain
Creative Design
Team Collaboration
Physics Application
Problem Solving
Iterative Testing
Systems Thinking
Good to Know
- All building materials provided
- Work in teams of 3-5 students
- No prior experience needed
- Lunch break included
- Fun, supportive environment
- Great for all skill levels
Think complex, build creative. Join the ultimate chain-reaction engineering challenge.
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