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Periscope Design Challenge
About this resource
Type
Learning resource
Years
5
Subject
Physics, Technology
In this activity, students design, build and test a periscope with features that allow for the adjustment of height and mirror angle to see beyond a trench and identify approaching threats. Students apply their understanding of the physical sciences and follow the design-thinking framework to investigate relevant aspects of the design challenge.
Other resources in this series:
Physics of War: Teacher Resource
Years: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
Physics of War: Trench Panorama
Years: 5