Have you ever wondered how an oscillating fan moves back and forth? This issue of Everyday Curiosity investigates the science and engineering behind an oscillating fan. It includes a brief discussion about the mechanisms that cause the fan to move and three hands-on activities exploring fan shape, machine linkages, and windmills.
Issues of Everyday Curiosity are perfect to use when you want to take on engineering challenges, provide additional enrichment, and bridge the gap between home and sch