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Pupils' earthquake invention could win them an award
Two pupils have earned a place at the national final of the Science and Engineering Challenge.
The National Science & Engineering Challenge is coordinated by the British Science Association, and funded by the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills. It seeks to find the best young scientists across the UK.
Manjinder and Yasmin, year nine students at Feahertsone High School in Montague Waye designed and built a robot capable of detecting bodies buried in rubble after an earthquake, an idea particularly significant given the recent events in Haiti.
The duo finished in third place, ahead of 29 other teams, a result, which qualifies them for the grand final.
A delighted Manjinder said: "The day was really exciting and challenging and we had to work well as a team to organise the robot. It will be trickier at the finals, but I am really looking forward to it".
Yasmin was similarly pleased with the result. She said: "It was a lot of fun and the robotics expert was very supportive, I am very excited about the finals in Liverpool"
The pair were accompanied by their science teacher Mr Karl Palmer, who heaped praise on his students. He said: "This is a great achievement for the School, Borough and the pupils involved. Their determination, problem solving and sheer enthusiasm have led them to success, we are very proud."
The national final of the Science and Engineering Challenge will be held in Manchester in March.
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