STEM Project.notebook

STEM Project.notebook
Science
March 27, 2015
Technology
STEM
Engineering
Math
Mar 23­12:21 PM
Strawberry Field (Vertical)
Identify as many STEM connections as you can from this design
Science
Technology
Engingeering
Mathematics
Mar 24­12:17 PM
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STEM Project.notebook
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Think
What smart, efficient and sustainable designs have we looked at so far? Let's make a summarizing list.
solar freaking roadways
bench/table
folding beds
helix bike (folding)
windmill tree
outdoor exercise machines hanging hammok tents
solar/wind/kinetic street lamps
loft bedroom (6 ppl)
shelves to bed
water bottle filter
table to bed
hoover dam
shelf to table
living wall
rooftop gardens
solar ovens
truck farm
bus stop ­ sustainable
rain water collection
small space design
snow collection
natural playgrounds
Mar 24­12:16 PM
How do these designs give back to society and lessen environmental impact?
­ efficient space
connect people with outdoors
shade
create energy
home for animals
community safety
keep/create peace
look good
community health
decrease chemical usage
minimize mining or deforestation
reduce oil consumption
less maintenance
lower long term costs
more happiness
lower heating/cooling costs
improve wildlife habitat
create jobs
give food
filter water
lessens carbon footprint by decreasing shipping emissions (CO2 gasses)
exercise
Mar 24­12:16 PM
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Ask
What are the problems?
What are the constraints?
Problem
The Engineering Process
Constraints
(what have you been asked to do?)
(What limits have you been asked to consider?)
Mar 26­11:41 AM
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