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IED | Unit 4

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Materials, Mechanisms, Data & Electromechanical Systems - five structured design briefs for remediation, enrichment, and independent engineering work.

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MISSION 4.1

Select a Material for a Drone Arm

Advanced1-2 class periodsAerospace Mission

Compare candidate materials and recommend the best choice for a defined drone-arm scenario.

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MISSION 4.2

Friction Surface Investigation

Beginner60-90 minutesPractice & Review

Compare friction for three surface materials and recommend the best tray liner.

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MISSION 4.3

Design a 5:1 Gear Reduction

Intermediate1-2 class periodsEngineering Challenge

Design a gear system with an overall reduction close to 5:1 and demonstrate the expected speed and torque tradeoff.

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MISSION 4.4

Turn Class Data into an Engineering Decision

Intermediate60 minutesSkill Builder

Analyze a class data set, create appropriate visualizations, and make an evidence-based engineering recommendation.

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MISSION 4.5

Build a Simple Electromechanical Device

Advanced2-3 class periodsCreative Builder

Design and build a simple electromechanical device such as an alarm, fan, indicator, mini conveyor, or launcher with a safe, defined function.

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