Candy Claw Engineering (Arcade Game Maker Lab)

Step right up and dive into the exciting world of engineering and arcade fun with the Thames and Kosmos Candy Claw Engineering (Arcade Game Maker Lab). Unleash your inner engineer as you embark on the challenge of building your own arcade-style claw machine, inspired by the classic game that's a blend of skill, chance, and candy-filled rewards. Engage your motor skills, creativity, and problem-solving abilities to master this awesome STEM challenge.

Experience the thrill of constructing a fully functional claw machine with cranks, gears, belts, and hydraulic levers that move the claw arm in various directions. Experiment with three different types of claws (pincher, scoop, and three-pronged) to find the perfect strategy for grabbing lollipops and decoy candy boxes, both of which are included. Learn about the mechanics of hydraulics, levers, gears, belts, linkages, end effectors, and more as you assemble and customize your very own candy claw machine.

This kit offers a gamified approach to engineering lessons while rewarding you with a sweet candy-filled experience. Fill the machine with the included lollipops and decoy candy boxes, or customize it with your favorite small candies, toys, or objects. The game not only sharpens your dexterity and hand-eye coordination but also provides insights into how mechanical components work in unison to accomplish tasks.

Whether you're competing with friends to grab specific objects within a limited time frame or experimenting with different gear ratios to enhance your claw's performance, this kit is a captivating fusion of education and entertainment. Fuel your passion for engineering and have a blast with the Thames and Kosmos Candy Claw Engineering (Arcade Game Maker Lab) kit.

Features:

• Interactive Claw Machine: Build your own working model of an arcade-style claw machine that grabs lollipops and decoy candy boxes.
• Experiment with Claws: Try out three different types of claws (pincher, scoop, and three-pronged) to optimize your candy-grabbing strategy.
• STEM Learning: Gain insights into hydraulics, levers, gears, belts, linkages, end effectors, and other mechanical principles.
• Gamified Experience: Engage in hands-on engineering lessons while enjoying the sweet reward of candy-filled success.
• Refillable: Fill the machine with your own preferred treats and prizes for extended enjoyment.
• Mechanical Experimentation: Experiment with different gear ratios to enhance the claw's speed and power.
• Fun for All Ages: Designed for ages 8-14+ to foster creativity and engineering skills.

Specifications:

• Age: 8-14+
• Product Dimensions: 13x11.5x3.5"
• Product Weight: 2.3 lbs.

Includes:

• (1) Thames & Kosmos Candy Claw Engineering (Arcade Game Maker Lab)

Needed to Complete:

• Creativity and imagination