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Aviary Architect
Patrons build a roof for a birdhouse that will stay cool in the summer. 0
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Water Sampling
Participants design bottles that can float, sink, or remain suspended to hold simulated sensors that would monitor the health of a river. 0
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Shake it Up with Seismographs
Patrons can record earthquake activity in the library or their homes by designing their own seismograph. 0
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Crank It Up
Machines help us get work done; some are complex, with lots of moving parts, and others are simple. Cams are one example of a simple machine. They are like gears, but have no teeth and come in lots of different shapes. We use them to convert rotating motion (such as turning a crank) into back and forth motion (such as waving an arm). 0
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Engineering Bridges
Architects design several versions of a building, bridge, or structure before deciding on the final version. They work together with engineers to ensure that the design is buildable, that the design meets safety standards, and that it will satisfy the project requirements. 0
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