The Inventors Projects

GEAR VAULT

We believe in projects that bring together science, art, and creativity, inspiring children to learn in a practical and engaging way

Discover, as a family, how this experience inspires curious minds and sparks children’s interest in science. Together, we can:

  • Review the concepts covered in class.
  • Explore the legacy of Emily Roebling and understand the practical applications related to the project.
  • Stimulate curiosity and encourage critical thinking in young inventors.

Let’s turn learning into a memorable and fun experience!

Where imagination is stored

With this project, children will explore the history of coins, invent a new coin, and understand how safes and locking mechanisms work.

By building the Gear Vault, young inventors will learn about the importance of saving, the mechanics of gears, and the functionality of safes

About InspiringInventors

Emily Roebling

Emily Roebling

1843-1903

Was an engineer known for her contributions over a period of more than 10 years to the completion of the Brooklyn Bridge after her husband Washington Roebling developed caisson disease (a.k.a. decompression sickness) and became bedridden. She served as a liaison and supervisor of construction through communicating between her husband and on-site personnel.

Ask Emily Roebling

The AI version of Emily Roebling answer your questions

This dialogue box uses artificial intelligence and is configured to respond exclusively to questions related to the project, its concepts and associated fields, as well as queries and curiosities about the history of each inventor. Questions outside this scope may not be answered. Always use under adult supervision.

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ConceptsCovered

Safe

  • Safe – a highly secure box, made of strong materials like reinforced steel, where we store
    valuable items such as jewellery, money, and important documents. It has heavy doors and
    special locks, often with complex electrical or mechanical systems. Safes are typically found in
    banks, jewellery stores, and other locations, serving as guardians of our most precious
    treasures.

Gears

  • Gears – mechanical components consisting of interlocking toothed wheels. They are used to
    transmit movement and energy from one part of a device to another. When the gears mesh, the
    teeth of one wheel fit into the spaces between the teeth of the other, allowing smooth transfer of
    energy and motion. They play a crucial role in various applications, from vehicle and bicycles to
    clocks and industrial machinery.

Why this project?

The Gear Vault project was created with three main objectives:

  1. Understanding the importance of concepts: By constructing their own safe and creating their own currency, students will gain practical skills in financial literacy, mechanical engineering, and creativity.
  2. Understanding the impact on society: By carrying out this project, young inventors gain an understanding of security and the protection of valuables, engineering and technology, economics and trade.
  3. Focusing on creativity and an inventive mindset: By taking part in this process, young inventors develop skills such as problem-solving, critical thinking and motor coordination.

By the end of the session, young inventors gain a new appreciation for the world of physics and mechanics

Together, we’ll keep curiosity safe

Challenges for you

Ask your young inventor what excited them most about the lesson, or try using the Gear Vault together at home. Turn this into a fun moment for the whole family!

For the boldest inventors, send us your videos – we’d love to share your experiences on our social media. Make this project a memorable adventure for everyone!

Link to Instagram

Together, Let’s lock away the treasures of creativity.

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