Explore the mechanics of motion with the Thames & Kosmos 3-in-1 Engineering Kit. This versatile kit allows you to assemble three different robots—a race car, a walking robot, and a countdown timer—using over 130 pieces. Each model is powered by a mainspring, similar to those found in old-fashioned clocks, which stores energy when wound up and releases it to power the models. The race car can drive up to 60 feet, the robot walks up to 20 inches, and the countdown timer can count down up to six minutes.
As you build each model, you'll learn about the physics concepts of potential and kinetic energy and how gears and springs function in mechanical devices. The kit includes a 64-page, full-color manual with clear, step-by-step instructions and scientific explanations, making it a perfect educational toy for budding engineers. Easy to assemble without glue, this kit offers hours of fun and learning for children and adults alike.