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This learning activity tests the strength of fibers and fabrics: specifically, threads, string and yarn made from a variety of materials. The experiment will demonstrate the particular properties of different fibers and fabrics and the differences between natural and synthetic fibers. This activity...

This learning activity shows how "differences in composition can drastically affect the properties of balls that look identical." Balls that appear the same but are composed of different materials will be bounced. Since they are made of different materials, students will observe a difference in the...

This technical documentation, published by Purdue University, describes Triton, the remotely operated vehicle (ROV) created by the Proven Robotics team for the MATE ROV 2021 Competition. This competition is a global underwater robotics competition for STEM students. The competition includes...

This 25-page report, published by Purdue University, describes the design and construction of the underwater remotely operated vehicle (ROV) created by the Proven Robotics team for the Explorer Class of the 2022 MATE ROV competition. MATE ROV is a global competition that challenges STEM students to...

This collection of promotional materials includes information about the Providing Opportunities for Women in Energy Related Careers (POWER Careers) project at the Energy Systems Technology & Education Center (ESTEC) at Idaho State University. POWER Careers seeks to recruit women into ESTEC AAS...

This free downloadable DOS program teaches hands-on PLC (programmable logic controller) programming and functions as a Allen Bradley PLC emulator. This PLC training package is three distinct programs combined into one. There is a PLC ladder logic (function chart) editor for creating and editing PLC...

The Marine Advanced Technology Education Center introduces the concept of actuators as they are utilized on a remotely operated vehicle, or ROV, with the PufferFish ROV project. The kit to construct the PufferFish ROV contains "a control system, wires to receive and deliver power, and thrusters...

This book, written by Jacques Chaurette, describes how pressure can be determined anywhere within a pump system. As explained by Chaurette: "The inlet and outlet of a pump are two locations where pressure is of special interest. The difference in pressure head between these two points is known as...

This 25-page report, published by Purdue University, describes the design and construction of the underwater remotely operated vehicle (ROV) created by the Purdue ROV team for the Explorer Class of the 2023 MATE ROV competition. MATE ROV is a global competition that challenges STEM students to build...

This 25-page report, published by the Palos Verdes High School, describes the design and construction of the underwater remotely operated vehicle (ROV) created by the Palos Verdes Institute of Technology (PVIT) team for the Ranger Class of the 2023 MATE ROV competition. MATE ROV is a global...