A simplified automatic bowling pinsetter is unveiled at Roselle, NJ

A simplified automatic bowling pinsetter is unveiled at Roselle, NJ

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Interactive Video

Physics, Science, Technology

9th - 10th Grade

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The video introduces Joe Robert as a replacement for the traditional pinboy, highlighting the unveiling of a new automatic pin setter in Roselle, NJ. This machine, developed over 20 years, automates tasks previously done by pinboys, offering precision and regularity. With 20 million bowling enthusiasts, this innovation is significant. The machine activates when a ball hits the cushion, efficiently handling strikes and spares, showcasing the role of automation in modern bowling alleys.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is introduced as the new face in the bowling alley?

Jack White

James Brown

Joe Robert

John Smith

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where was the new automatic pin setter unveiled?

Chicago, Illinois

Roselle, New Jersey

Los Angeles, California

New York, New York

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary advantage of the new automatic pin setter over the traditional pinboy?

It is cheaper to operate

It is faster to install

It is more precise and regular

It requires less maintenance

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many years of research went into developing the new pin setter?

15 years

10 years

20 years

25 years

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What triggers the automatic pin setter to start its operation?

The ball hitting the cushion

A remote control

A voice command

A button press