Rube Goldberg Machine

ME270 Class Project - Chain Reaction Machine

For our ME270 class project, we designed and built a chain reaction machine that demonstrates various mechanical principles while achieving a simple goal: lighting up a bulb through an entertaining sequence of events.

Our completed Rube Goldberg machine incorporating multiple mechanical mechanisms.

Project Demo

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Watch our Rube Goldberg machine in action, demonstrating the complete chain reaction sequence.

Project Features

  • Multiple mechanical mechanisms working in sequence
  • Energy transfer through various stages
  • Final goal achievement: lighting up a bulb
  • Integration of mechanical engineering principles learned in class

Learning Outcomes

  • Practical application of mechanical principles
  • Team collaboration and project management
  • Problem-solving in mechanical design
  • Creative engineering solutions