The catapult is a mechanical warfare mechanism that is one of the simple machine types and can throw balls over long distances, which was used in the first and middle ages. Today, it is an experimental tool that is frequently used in Physics lessons. Thanks to these products, students have a lesson experience where they can learn while having fun. In this project, we designed a very useful version suitable for all ages, which can be easily assembled from 2D interlocking parts. The product is based on the principle of providing the physical oblique shot movement as a result of the force created by the spring tension acting on the ball, and thus aiming the ball to be thrown to the target distance. In our aforementioned project, 5 angled stages, 0, 30, 45, 60, 75 degrees, were created and designed in a modular manner for targeting different distances. The project also provides educational attainments such as personal development, analytical thinking, foresight, basic physics knowledge, creativity, hand-eye coordination, inventive orientation, and assembly skills. Such products have been developed with the STEM education model in mind.

Package Contents:

• 1 x Ping-Pong Ball
• 2 x Rubber Bands
• 1 x Sandpaper
• Wooden Parts
• Target board

Achievements:

• Develops critical thinking skills.
• Problem solving skills develop.
• It takes action related to speed and work done.
• Assertiveness and entrepreneurship muscles are formed.
• It gets ahead of others in accessing information and analyzing the information it has learned.
• Observes how the air is transformed with water, related to the application that enables the development of curiosity and imagination.
• By using the tool, you have stepped into do-it-yourself projects.