Machines

The information below should not be interpreted as an extension of the rules. You can find free online copies of the current rules for download in the Science Olympiad Store. The official rules in the current Rules Manual take precedence. 

Resources and Links

• Machines Learning Notes
• Internet Links for Machines
• Science Olympiad Machines Kit from Ward's Science
• Example Graphs & Diagrams Template for Physics Events
• Machines Practice Slides from a Science Olympiad National Event Supervisor:
  • Lesson 1 - Introduction to Machines
  • Lesson 2 - Force, Friction, Torque, & Levers
  • Lesson 3 - Pulleys
  • Lesson 4 - Wheel & Axle
  • Lesson 5 - Wedges
  • Lesson 6 - Inclined Planes
  • Lesson 7 - Screws
  • Lesson 8 - How to Build a Lever
• Machines Homework Generator
• Score Sheet and Checklist Page
• Event Supervisors! Please review the Event Logistics Manual 
• Khan Academy Tutorial on Mechanical Advantage
• Museum of Science and Industry Simple Machines online game
• SEDL Simple Machines Online Textbook
• Department of Navy - Basic Machines Textbook