KidzLabs / Mega Hydraulic Arm

By 4M Industrial Development Limited
Price $24.99
Age 8+ yrs.

Anticipatory excitement keeps youngsters happy, energized and focused during the assembly of this multi-axis hydraulic arm, and the outcome does not disappoint! Kids are dazzled once they see the water-powered robotic machine they just assembled in action. Each of four consecutive levers controls a different aspect of the hydraulic system's movement, allowing the person at the helm to lower, raise and rotate the arm in conjunction with opening and closing the hand-like claw at the end. This ingeniously devised system of plungers, tubes, water and moving plastic parts gives children an up-close look at the principles and mechanics by which a great many larger and more powerful hydraulic systems work, not to mention a thrilling, hands-on exploration of a product of human ingenuity with far-reaching beneficial implications. The easy-to-follow instruction guide includes an explanation of how hydraulic systems work along with numerous fun facts related to the science behind it!