Engineer an Exoskeleton

Build a wearable device that will detect when your body moves.

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Inspiration Video

Suggested Materials

Recommended
  • cardboard
  • alligator clips or wires
  • 2 AA batteries (or batteries that add up to 3V)
  • LED, or any device you want to activate (buzzer, etc)
  • Potentiometer
  • tape
  • string or yarn
  • paperclips
  • glue
Optional
  • elastic band
  • velcro
  • straws
  • wooden dowels
  • rubber bands
  • hot glue

Difficulty Level

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This design challenge may require complex motor skills, understanding of abstract concepts, or unusual materials to build.

This is the difficulty level for a typical 4th grade classroom. Modify as needed for other age groups.