What is an invention? Inventions are original applications of technology which solve a problem. The scope for inventions is limited only by your imagination. You are asked to apply your knowledge of science to make a WORKING invention that has a practical application. Your invention may be a new device, method or process that has not existed before or you may choose to look at an existing device and invent a solution that works better. Note that Inventions is a separate section to Models
Your Innovation or Invention may
Entries will be judged on the following criteria:
1. Identification of the issue, principle or problem that you are investigating.
2. Working model to be built, then videoed in action, maximum 5 minute video which may also include explanations. Please note that the actual device will only comprise 25% of the final marks.
3. Explain the scientific principles and theories around your model.
4. Explain how you constructed your model, including materials used and how you made it work.
5. If you are solving a problem or providing a different approach to a problem, explain how your model will solve the problem. Approach this from a social issues aspect.
6. Include the risk assessment that you undertook before building your model.
7. Make a list of any references you used in preparing or writing about your experiment.
PLEASE NOTE THAT ANY ENTRY USING HIGH VOLTAGE ELECTRICITY WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. STUDENTS MAY USE POWER PACKS OR BATTERIES TO POWER THEIR DEVICES ONLY.
Your entry will need to include
· A written report outlining the principles investigated above
· A risk assessment
· Photographs of the working model
· A short video demonstrating its use
Students will be judged by the following criteria - For a printable version click here
Issue
Risk Assessment
Model
Scientific theory
Construction
IF SOLVING PROBLEM
References
Scientific Literacy
Your Innovation or Invention may
- Solve a problem, for example:
- How to build a bridge over a long distance
- How to make a wind turbine spin more efficiently
- Provide a different approach to a problem, for example:
- A new type of bicycle helmet
- A new way to filter water for drinking
Entries will be judged on the following criteria:
1. Identification of the issue, principle or problem that you are investigating.
2. Working model to be built, then videoed in action, maximum 5 minute video which may also include explanations. Please note that the actual device will only comprise 25% of the final marks.
3. Explain the scientific principles and theories around your model.
4. Explain how you constructed your model, including materials used and how you made it work.
5. If you are solving a problem or providing a different approach to a problem, explain how your model will solve the problem. Approach this from a social issues aspect.
6. Include the risk assessment that you undertook before building your model.
7. Make a list of any references you used in preparing or writing about your experiment.
PLEASE NOTE THAT ANY ENTRY USING HIGH VOLTAGE ELECTRICITY WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. STUDENTS MAY USE POWER PACKS OR BATTERIES TO POWER THEIR DEVICES ONLY.
Your entry will need to include
· A written report outlining the principles investigated above
· A risk assessment
· Photographs of the working model
· A short video demonstrating its use
Students will be judged by the following criteria - For a printable version click here
Issue
- Issue clearly stated and explained in context to society.
Risk Assessment
- Complete a risk assessment stating risks and precautions to consider
Model
- Model construction is sound
- Model works to demonstrate principle or problem solution
- Video is clear and shows working model in action
Scientific theory
- Relevant science is presented and explained\
- Principle, model or problem is clearly linked to the science
- Reference to the model is made
Construction
- Construction is sound
- Appropriate materials are used
- Safety is considered and explained in the Risk Assessment
IF SOLVING PROBLEM
- Clear explanation of how problem is being approached
- Clear explanation of how solution works
- Clear explanation of the benefits of solution to society
References
- Correctly formatted list included where appropriate
Scientific Literacy
- Correct format used
- Correct use of scientific terms and units
- Expression clear and concise
- Good spelling and grammar