Mini Brush Bot - Aligned Concepts

CBSE Aligned Topics

Grade 6–9 CBSE Curriculum:

Subject Chapter Concept Alignment
Science Electric Current and Circuits Basic components of an electric circuit, flow of current, use of motors and batteries
Science Force and Motion Vibrational movement, direction change due to uneven force, friction
Physics (Grade 9) Force and Laws of Motion Newton’s Laws, especially action-reaction in movement
Science Motion and Measurement of Distances Understanding random motion and how objects move in different directions
Computer Science / Robotics Introduction to Robotics (enrichment) Fundamentals of building simple machines and autonomous movement

Educational Benefits

  • Introduces kids to foundational concepts in robotics and engineering

  • Develops understanding of electric circuits and vibrational motion

  • Enhances motor skills through hands-on building

  • Fosters creative thinking through customizable bot design

  • Builds curiosity around cause-effect relationships in motion

  • Encourages trial, error, and improvement through interactive learning

Learning Outcomes

After completing this activity, children will be able to:

  • Construct a simple working robot using a motor, wires, and battery

  • Understand how vibrations from a motor can generate movement

  • Explain how the structure and surface affect the bot’s motion

  • Demonstrate knowledge of electric circuits and energy conversion

  • Apply Newton’s laws to explain how the bot propels forward

  • Show problem-solving skills in stabilizing and customizing their bot

Core Scientific Concepts

⚡ Electric Circuits

  • Battery → Motor → Motion

  • Components: battery holder, wires, switch, motor

  • Energy transfer from electrical to mechanical (vibration)

🌀 Vibrational Motion

  • Uneven spinning of motor shaft causes vibration

  • Vibration leads to directional, random, or circular movement

⚙️ Mechanical Systems & Robotics

  • Simple robotic system without coding

  • Basic design principles: balance, structure, friction, speed

🚀 Force & Motion

  • Newton’s Third Law: Action and reaction in vibration-based propulsion

  • Surface interaction and friction's effect on speed and direction