Module 5: Improve
Kāhore taku toa i te toa takitahi, he toa takitini – we cannot succeed without the support of those around us
Testing and improving things are essential processes in STEM. So, what else could you do to improve your wai network?
In this module, you’ll improve your pipe network with a little help from an engineer named Robert Manning. Then, it’s time to join your entire network together!
Manning’s equation
E hoa mā, your pipe prototypes are looking pretty awesome. But could they be better? Lupesina is here to help you find out.
Do you remember the four key factors that influence how wai flows in a pipe?
STEM design process – improve
It's time to continue the STEM design process and harness your challenge knowledge to improve your pipe network!
Activity 5.1: Improve
Using your data from activity 4.2, and knowledge on Manning’s equation, follow the STEM design process and improve the flow of wai in your pipe network.
Joining the journey
Now that your pipe prototype is the best it can be, you’re ready to join your entire network together for the first time.
Will it solve your challenge scenario? Let’s find out.
Activity 5.2: Join the journey
Add your treatment plant to your improved pipe prototype. Then, test its performance against your challenge scenario and collect data on the results.
Tools down!
Mīharo. Today you:
- Learned about Manning’s equation
- Continued the STEM design process
- Improved your pipe network
- Joined your wai network together