Year 8
Bionic animals
In this lesson, we are going to look at how systems can be used to create our own bionic pets.
Year 8
Bionic animals
In this lesson, we are going to look at how systems can be used to create our own bionic pets.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- use learning from mathematics to help design and make products that work
Equipment
Micro:bit, computer/ipad (internet access), cardboard, paper
Content guidance
- Equipment requiring safe usage.
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
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5 Questions
Q1.
This is a symbol for an LED (light emitting diode). Why are there arrows on this symbol?
The arrow show the direction of electrical current.
The arrows show the direction that the light goes in.
Q2.
Which of these components is NOT an output component?
Buzzer.
LED.
Speaker.
Q3.
What of the following is a sensor?
A type of prosthetic.
A type of speaker.
An output component.
Q4.
What does a thermistor monitor change in?
Light levels.
Movement.
Sound.
Q5.
To activate the micro:bit you can use the shake option. What sort of sensor is being used?
Light.
Sound.
Temperature.
5 Questions
Q1.
A prosthetic is...
is a limb which can be controlled electronically or mechanically.
is a model of a product, this can be full size or scaled.
Q2.
A prototype is...
is a full scale limb which can be worn.
is a limb which can be controlled electronically or mechanically.
Q3.
Bionic...
is a full scale limb which can be worn.
is a model of a product, this can be full size or scaled.
Q4.
A microswitch rests in which setting?
Always on.
Never closed.
Normally open.
Q5.
Which of the following is the correct status of the diagram of the switch above?
The switch is a micro switch with three outputs.
The switch is a push to make switch and it is on.
The switch is definitely on.