Engineering box
Design, from The inside out
The Engineering Box is a free resource that unpacks Dyson technology, harnessing young people's curiosity for how things work.
For the new academic year, we are happy to announce that we have updated our resource to include updated Dyson technology, the V12 Detect Slim Animal ™.
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Ideal for secondary schools, students take apart a Dyson machine, identifying design clues, to understand the engineering thinking behind how – and why – it works. It's ideally suited to Key Stages 3, 4 and 5, but can be adapted for any classroom.
What's in the box?
Design engineering, uncovered
The Engineering Box includes a Dyson V12 Detect Slim Animal™ Vacuum, Tangle-free Turbine Heads, and Anti-tangle screw heads. Students take these apart, using the screwdrivers provided, to better understand how the technology works. The box also contains a comprehensive teacher's pack, lesson plans, videos and posters. Schools loan the box for four weeks, free of charge - with delivery and collection included.
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In the box
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V12 Detect Slim Animal™ vacuum cleaner
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15 Anti-tangle screw heads
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15 Tangle-free Turbine Tools
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15 Phillips and 15 T8 screwdrivers
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Informative posters for your classroom
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Teacher’s pack
Once they've got to grips with Dyson technology, students will understand the design process from the inside out, and they'll be ready to develop their own solutions to everyday problems. They will also learn about the diversity of engineering jobs, hearing the lowdown from real Dyson engineers.
Teacher's pack
Fully-supported lesson plans
The teacher's pack contains eight lesson plans, worksheets and supporting information for the teacher, explaining how the lessons relate to design engineering at Dyson.
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Videos
Guided disassembly
The videos include interviews with a range of Dyson engineers who work in different areas of engineering. Students will learn about the breadth of engineering disciplines, find out more about the engineer's role, how they got into engineering, and what they do day-to-day.
Also included are video guides to help with taking apart the Dyson vacuum cleaner accessories – as well as putting them back together.
"The Engineering Box is the perfect tool for my students to understand the purpose of design briefs, product analysis and creating specifications."
Secondary School Teacher
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Posters
Add some colour to your classroom
Use these informative posters to support your lessons.
