Civil War Ironclad Construction Kit

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Build a legendary ironclad warship of the American Civil War era and navigate it through the heat of battle. The design and construction of steam-powered ironclad warships were in its experimental stages during the tumultuous period of the American Civil War. Engineers struggled to find a perfect balance between armor, firepower, and speed, with mixed results. Students will have the opportunity to experiment with designing their own ironclad warship, printing it with 3D technology, and then putting it to the test in battle. A wide range of components are included here for building Civil War-era ironclads, which can be downloaded and assembled by students. Alternatively, students can use a simpler method - open the Civil War Ironclad Construction Kit on Tinkercad.com and assemble the parts within that platform.https://tinkercad.com/things/0RVPhhX8Cew Several historical examples are provided in this resource, along with PDF directions for assembly and printing of ironclad models with or without bases. This project draws inspiration from a similar initiative created by Peter Pellegrino for the JuniorGeneral.org website, which features rules-based battles using paper ship models at the Battle of Mobile Bay (1864). The model forts can be utilized by anyone wishing to implement Peter's original rules found on the mentioned website.http://www.juniorgeneral.org/naval/mobile%20bay/mobile%20bay.html The easiest method for students to build their ironclads is to locate and open the file Civil War Ironclad Construction Kit within Tinkercad.com. The necessary components are stored within this file, requiring students merely to move them into their respective positions and then delete any superfluous parts. Students will find it beneficial to use arrow keys when arranging the pieces in place, while minimizing the need for resizing or elevating the elements from the workspace. Duplicating pieces as required will prove to be straightforward. Only slight rotational adjustments may be necessary when configuring the ends of the casement. This educational endeavor encompasses several curricular standards. The background and overview of this project are outlined below. Build an ironclad warship in the style of the American Civil War era and launch it into battle. The early stages of steam-powered ironclad warship design during the American Civil War posed significant challenges to engineers, as they sought a harmonious balance between armor protection, powerful armament, and sufficient speed. This struggle hindered their progress, leading to variable degrees of success. In this learning experience, students have the opportunity to craft an ironclad warship from scratch, employ 3D printing techniques to bring it into being, and put their creation through its paces in a simulated naval engagement. To facilitate this endeavor, the requisite components for constructing Civil War-era ironclads are readily available for download. Students can choose the more convenient approach by accessing the pre-configured Civil War Ironclad Construction Kit on Tinkercad.com. Several historical examples of ironclads have been provided to guide students through their design and construction endeavors. Ironclad models can be printed with or without accompanying bases. This learning project is heavily influenced by a comparable initiative developed by Peter Pellegrino for the JuniorGeneral.org website, featuring rules-based battles involving paper ship models at the pivotal Battle of Mobile Bay (1864). Historic model forts included within this project are designed to facilitate engagement among participants who desire to follow Peter's original battle rules accessible through the aforementioned website.http://www.juniorgeneral.org/naval/mobile%20bay/mobile%20bay.html Here is a step-by-step guide on how to engage with this project. Project: Civil War Ironclad Construction Kit Objective: Students will design, 3D print an American Civil War-era ironclad warship and engage in a simulated naval battle with it. Intended audience: This educational experience is tailored for grades 6-8. Younger participants may need adult guidance during the battle segment of the project, while older students can execute the process independently. Preparation: A basic understanding of the American Civil War is recommended for optimal learning experience, particularly when integrating this project into a comprehensive curriculum on the subject. The design aspect employing Tinkercad should be relatively simple for beginners. Steps to follow: 1. Download and explore the Designing an ironclad warship PDF file for comprehensive information. 2. Use provided rules to select your warship's characteristics. 3. Navigate to Tinkercad.com and access the Civil War Ironclad Construction Kit file. https://tinkercad.com/things/0RVPhhX8Cew 4. Assemble parts of your warship by positioning them accurately within the Tinkercad platform, eliminating any extraneous elements. 5. Choose to either 3D print or fabricate an entire fleet for engaging battles against peers. Engaging Results: The rules were tested using paper models in various grades (6-8) for educational play purposes.