Return to Mechania

Long ago, the Kingdom of Mechania was known throughout the world for its citizens’ learning and their skill with mechanisms and machines. But Mechania fell upon darker times and the citizens were banished. Now the time has come to return. They will face many dangers along the way, and many puzzles must be solved, but will they succeed? The future is in the balance…

Get your class’s cross-curricular problem-solving cogs turning with this exciting new software – ideal for this hard-to-teach curriculum area. Mechanisms and key principles are brought together to create meaningful and engaging problem-solving opportunities – guaranteed to develop thinking skills and broaden pupils’ understanding of mechanical principles.

• Two levels of difficulty throughout
• Highly interactive and flexible "Explore" mode for each mechanism - perfect for whole-class work
• Fascinating diagram and mathematical views
• Mechanisms covered: cams, linkages, moments and balances, pneumatics, pulleys and gears

Minimum system requirements:
Windows 98 or later,
Pentium 450MHz processor, 64MB RAM, 800 x 600 screen resolution, CD-ROM drive, 16 bit color and soundcard