Electric helicopter animation
Can you make an electric helicopter with a rotor that switches on and off? Use this animation to introduce this challenge to pupils.
Topics:
Animals, including humans, Living things and their habitats, Design, Human and physical geography
Pupils record information about four places in their local area, that are already homes for nature, and discuss how local natural spaces have changed over time, with their family. Then, they write notes and draw sketches about any ideas they have for their home for nature.
Can you make an electric helicopter with a rotor that switches on and off? Use this animation to introduce this challenge to pupils.
Label the components of a model helicopter circuit and interpret circuit diagrams using this activity sheet.
Label helicopter parts, identify forces acting on a helicopter and decide on the best materials for different parts, using this activity sheet.
A skills and knowledge self-assessment sheet for pupils to complete after they have designed, made and evaluated their electric helicopters.
A structured sheet to support pupils as they plan their electric helicopters.
A presentation with photos and a video clip showing a variety of designs for real electric helicopters.