Starting the Week with Flight and Aerospace! (Short Hills Week 7)

Today in Flight and Aerospace, campers were challenged to make a device that would float in the air! They were given limited supplies of paper, tape, cardboard, and a paper cup.

The campers were each given little fans, which represents the wind, and all they had to do was get their creation to stay levitating. In order to do this, the kids had to think about several factors that can affect the outcome such as the weight of their model and the speed of the fan.

Many of the campers modeled off of real life objects that glide in the air like hot air balloons, parachutes, or helicopter seeds. It was trial and error for many, however, eventually the kids were able to send their designs into the air.

Students collaborated with one another as they worked in pairs to try and find the best solution. They had an amazing time as they grew their knowledge on aerodynamics!