No Valve in Vain

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Author:

Alice Hammer, Emily McDowell

Subject:

Mathematics and Statistics, Science and Technology

Institution Name:

Techtronics Program, Duke University

Collection:

TeachEngineering

Grade Level:

Primary, Secondary

Abstract:

In this activity, students will design and create their own heart valves out of a variety of materials given to them, including: waterproof tape, plastic tubing, flexible plastic sheets, foam sheets, scissors, clay, etc. This activity will not only test their understanding of how a one-way valve works and its purpose, but will also allow them a chance to think outside of the box and practice engineering problem-solving.

Languages:

English

Material Type:

Activities and Labs, Lesson Plans

Media Format:

Graphics/Photos, Text/HTML

Conditions of Use:

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Copyright Holder:

Duke University