Leonardo da Vinci's Inventions and Concepts

The video explores the history and mechanics of catapults, highlighting Leonardo da Vinci's influence and designs. It covers different types of catapults, their historical uses, and how Leonardo improved existing designs. The video also explains the building and functioning of a catapult, using tension and gravity. It touches on Leonardo's other inventions and concludes with modern applications and inspiration drawn from his work.

What inspired the design of the marshmallow launching machine?

• Modern artillery

• Medieval siege engines

• Leonardo da Vinci's drawings

• Ancient Greek catapults

Which type of catapult uses tension or gravity instead of gunpowder?

• All of the above

• Ballista

• Trebuchet

• Mangonel

What was a unique use of catapults in the 1300s?

• Launching fireworks

• Fishing

• Building bridges

• Spreading the plague

How did Leonardo da Vinci approach his inventions?

• By creating entirely new concepts

• By improving existing designs

• By focusing only on art

• By ignoring historical designs

What is the function of the drum and ratchet in the catapult?

• To stabilize the base

• To aim the catapult

• To wind up and store energy

• To launch the projectile

What happens when the release rope is pulled in the catapult?

• The drum locks in place

• The projectile is loaded

• The catapult fires

• The tension is increased

What was a notable feature of Leonardo's crossbow design?

• It was very small

• It was designed for children

• It was extremely large

• It was made of metal

Which of the following was NOT one of Leonardo's inventions?

• A parachute

• A helicopter

• A submarine

• A catapult

What can we learn from Leonardo's approach to invention?

• To avoid using historical designs

• To focus only on art

• To adapt and improve existing ideas

• To always create from scratch

What is the main goal of the marshmallow launching machine?

• To paint like Leonardo

• To break walls

• To scare squirrels

• To launch marshmallows