Year 7 STEM Project: 

Rube Goldberg Machines

As part of our Physics unit on Forces, Year 7 students took on the exciting challenge of designing and building their own Rube Goldberg Machines—deliberately complex devices that perform simple tasks through a series of chain reactions.

Using recycled materials and incorporating at least four simple machines (such as pulleys, levers, and inclined planes), students planned their designs in a project booklet before constructing and filming their machines at home.

The results were outstanding! From feeding pets and turning pages to extinguishing candles and powering appliances, each creation showcased remarkable creativity, problem-solving, and a strong grasp of physics principles.

A heartfelt thank you to all the families who supported their sons throughout this engaging and imaginative STEM project.