{"product_id":"diy-hydraulic-excavator-stem-project-kit","title":"DIY Hydraulic Excavator STEM Project Kit","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"stem-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Students Will Learn\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudents will explore fundamental principles of hydraulics, mechanical advantage, and engineering design by constructing a fully functional excavator arm. Through hands-on assembly and experimentation, learners will understand how fluid pressure transfers force to create motion, and how lever systems amplify input forces. The kit encourages problem-solving, critical thinking, and iterative design as students test and refine their excavator's lifting and digging capabilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"stem-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis kit is designed for students in Years 5 to 10, with curriculum connections across Science, Design and Technologies, and Engineering. It is suitable for classroom use in STEM electives, extension programs, and science units focusing on forces, simple machines, and energy transfer. The project can be adapted for individual or small group work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"stem-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAustralian Curriculum Links\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DIY Hydraulic Excavator STEM Project Kit aligns with the Australian Curriculum for Science, Design and Technologies, and the STEM F-10 framework. In Science, it supports content descriptions on forces and motion (ACSSU117, ACSSU229) and the transfer of energy (ACSSU155). In Design and Technologies, it addresses processes and production skills (ACTDEK023, ACTDEK029) including selecting materials, testing designs, and evaluating solutions. The kit also supports the STEM F-10 focus on investigating real-world problems and applying systems thinking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"stem-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCoding Platform\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo coding required. This kit focuses on mechanical and hydraulic systems, providing a tangible, screen-free learning experience. Students engage directly with physical components to understand cause and effect, making it ideal for classrooms without access to digital devices or for teachers seeking to integrate unplugged STEM activities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"stem-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach kit includes pre-cut wooden components for the excavator frame and arm, syringes, plastic tubing, a pivot pin set, a glue tube, and illustrated assembly instructions. All materials are durable and designed for repeated classroom use. The syringes and tubing are pre-tested for airtight seals to ensure reliable hydraulic action. No additional tools are required for assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"stem-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eClassroom Setup \u0026amp; Requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis kit is low-fuss and requires minimal classroom preparation. Each student or group will need a flat work surface, a small container of water for testing the hydraulic system, and access to a sink for cleanup. Assembly takes approximately 60 to 90 minutes, with additional time recommended for experimentation and modification. The kit is designed for reuse; components can be disassembled and stored for future cohorts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"stem-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSupport \u0026amp; Warranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll Stemology products are covered by a 12-month warranty against manufacturing defects. If any component is faulty or missing, we will replace it promptly. For support, contact our team at \u003ca href=\"mailto:admin@stemology.com.au\"\u003eadmin@stemology.com.au\u003c\/a\u003e. Our educators are available to assist with curriculum alignment, classroom implementation, and troubleshooting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"stem-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBulk \u0026amp; School Orders\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe offer competitive bulk pricing for orders of 10 kits or more, making it cost-effective for whole-class or year-level implementation. Schools can place orders via purchase order (PO) – simply email your PO to \u003ca href=\"mailto:admin@stemology.com.au\"\u003eadmin@stemology.com.au\u003c\/a\u003e or select the invoice option at checkout. 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