Engineering Design Process
What is the first step of the Engineering Design Process?
Ask (what’s the problem?)
What simple machine is a catapult based on?
A lever
What block starts many Scratch programs?
When green flag clicked
What do you need for a circuit to work?
A complete loop
What sensor helps Milo know if something is in front of him?
The motion (distance) sensor.
What step do you create drawings or plans in?
Imagine/Plan
Pulling back a catapult stores what kind of energy?
Potential energy
What does the “forever” block do?
Repeats code again and again.
What provides power in Snap Circuits?
The battery pack
What does the motor help Milo do?
Move or spin parts of his body.
What does “prototype” mean?
A first model you build to test your idea.
What force helps slow things down when they rub together?
Friction
What is a sprite in Scratch?
A character or object you can code.
What does a switch do?
Turns the circuit on or off.
What does the WeDo Smarthub need to connect to a tablet or computer?
Bluetooth
Why do engineers test their projects?
To see what works and what needs to change.
In the fan build, why should the fan blades be even on both sides?
So it spins smoothly and doesn’t wobble.
What kind of block makes your sprite ask questions or talk?
A “looks” block (like “say ___”).
If a fan won’t spin, what should you check first?
If any pieces are loose or not snapped in all the way.
If Milo isn’t moving, what’s the first thing you should check?
If the Smarthub is turned on and connected.
Why is the “Improve” step important?
Because no design is perfect the first time. Improving makes it stronger and better.
Why do engineers test a catapult many times?
To find the best angle, power, and design to make it launch farther or more accurately.
What is a variable used for in Scratch?
To keep track of things like score, time, or lives.
Why do some circuits make lights dim or fans slow down?
Because electricity has to go through more parts, which slows it down.
Why is it important to test Milo after you build him?
To make sure the pieces are connected correctly and the code works.