Creating a magnetic swing working model is an exciting and educational project. Here’s how you can make one using cardboard, two pieces of magnet, a chopstick, a paper cup, and woolen thread.
Materials Needed:
- Cardboard
- Two magnets
- Chopstick
- Paper cup
- Woolen thread
- Glue or tape
- Scissors
- Marker
- Ruler
- Craft knife (for cutting the cardboard)
Step by Step Video Instructions:
- Prepare the Base and Frame:
- Base: Cut a rectangular piece of cardboard for the base. Ensure it’s large enough to provide stability for the swing.
- Frame: Cut two rectangular strips of cardboard to form the sides of the frame. These should be tall enough to allow the paper cup to swing freely.
- Top Bar: Cut another strip of cardboard to connect the two side strips at the top.
- Assemble the Frame:
- Attach the two side strips of cardboard vertically to the base using glue or tape.
- Attach the top bar horizontally, connecting the tops of the two side strips, forming an arch.
- Prepare the Swing:
- Make two small holes on opposite sides of the rim of the paper cup.
- Cut two pieces of woolen thread, each about 15-20 cm long.
- Tie one end of each piece of thread to the holes in the paper cup, creating a swing.
- Attach the Swing to the Frame:
- Make two small holes at the top bar of the frame, spaced apart to align with the threads on the paper cup.
- Thread the woolen threads through these holes and tie them securely. Adjust the length of the threads to ensure the paper cup hangs freely and swings easily.
- Attach the Chopstick:
- Glue or tape the chopstick horizontally across the top bar of the frame. This will act as the holder for one of the magnets.
- Prepare the Magnets:
- Attach one magnet to the bottom of the paper cup using glue or tape. Make sure it’s securely fixed.
- Attach the other magnet to the chopstick. Ensure the magnets are aligned so that their poles will either attract or repel each other.
- Finalize the Setup:
- Ensure that the paper cup swings freely and that the magnets are correctly aligned.
- Decorate the model as desired with markers, colored paper, or stickers.
Using the Model:
- If the magnets are aligned to attract, the swing will move toward the chopstick when displaced.
- If the magnets are aligned to repel, the swing will move away from the chopstick.
This model demonstrates the principles of magnetism and pendulum motion, making it a great educational tool.