Builds a handheld metal detector with adjustable sensitivity for real-world learning
Assembles a mini security check station to demonstrate checkpoint operations
Aim-and-shoot game shows how parabolic motion affects metal detection
Creates a maze game to test hand-eye coordination and learn basic circuitry
Includes printable PDF manual for guided learning
Summarized by Shop
Explore the relationship between electricity and magnetism with this metal detector challenge set from Explore Science. Using the components, users can build a handheld metal detector with adjustable sensitivity, a mini security check station, or an aim and shoot challenge designed to demonstrate how parabolic motion affects detection. I
Recommended Age Group
School-age children, 7 years or older
Materials
Plastic, Metal
Color
Multicolor (Blue, Orange, White, Silver, Black)
Battery Type
Standalone (not-included), 4 AA batteries required