Technovation Families' free design challenges explore a range of science, technology, and engineering topics through fun, hands-on activities that promote creativity and problem-solving to find unique solutions.
Learn from the scientists and engineers who are creating the technologies of tomorrow, and use what you learn to build your own invention!
Build a machine that distributes seeds precisely.
Build a Water Collection System
Engineer a structure that collects the most amount of rain water
Build a wing that can support its own weight over a span of at least two feet. Inspired by Boeing’s Phantom Eye
Engineer an Electronic Water Level Detector
Build an open circuit that completes when the water level drops below a certain level and/or goes above a certain level.
Build a crane that uses simple machines and mechanical advantage to move heavy objects.
Build a water filter that can clean dirty water.
Make a cantilever that can hold 5 marbles at least 12 inches away from its base structure.
Build a 3-D Object out of Tetrahedra
Build a 3-D object out of tetrahedra that is as big as you are.
Engineer a Wind Powered Water Pump
Build a wind powered turbine that can pump water up from the ground.