Galactic Quest Cosmic Claw Kit

Purchase extra cosmic claw kits to use with your Galactic Quest STEM Challenge kit or to use as a stand alone activity. In this activity, youth will use the Engineering Design Process to design, build, and operate a robotic claw. Working together, the group will create a model of a hydraulic-powered robotic arm and claw and test it by completing an agricultural task. Ultimately, the mechanical claw should be able to perform a simple grasping, scooping, or raking action to cultivate crops on another world. STEM Skills: Inquiry skills, collaboration, real-world application 4-H Pillar Alignment: STEM/Agriculture/ Healthy Living Full Challenge Time: 60 minutes Additional Materials Needed: • Phillips-head screwdriver • Tape (masking/duct) • String • Small container of water • Wire cutters (optional) • Items for the end of claw (small cups, plastic utensils, bottle caps, suction cups, etc.) • Items to pick up (small candy, small balls, rice, sand, etc.) • Starting location (bin or designated area) • Ending location (bin or designated area)