Mechanical Butterfly with Gears

The Mechanical Butterfly STEM Kit lets kids explore the beauty of flight through engineering inspired by nature. By assembling this fluttering butterfly model, learners discover how gears, levers, and elastic energy work together to mimic the flapping motion of real butterfly wings.

This kit introduces the basics of mechanical motion and biomimicry, showing how engineers study insects to design flying robots and efficient wing structures. With every flap, students gain a deeper appreciation for the intersection of nature and technology—an inspiring way to combine science, art, and creativity in one engaging project.