Single-Use Cameras
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Course Title
Product Dissection: Single-Use Cameras
Description
| The single-use or disposable camera is a simple box camera sold with a roll of film installed, meant to be used once. Most use focus free lenses. Some are equipped with an integrated flash unit, and there are even waterproof versions for underwater photography. Internally, the cameras use a 135 film or an APS cartridge [Source: Wikipedia.com]. | 
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Purpose
-To explore how an single-use camera works and to see the differences between cameras from different manufacturers.
-Freshman or sophomore level students of all engineering majors
Contributor
Dr. Simpson
Institution
The Pennsylvania State University
Activity Classification
| Cross-Cutting Concepts | Congnitive Dimension | Tech Topic Area - Engineering |
|---|---|---|
| ○ Systems | ● Knowledge | ○ Medical |
| ○ Bio-based | ||
| ● Design | ○ Capabilities | ○ Engergy & Power |
| ○ Info Tech & Comm | ||
| ○ Connections | ○ Decision-making | ○ Transfortation |
| ● Manufacturing & Const |
Teaching Materials
Background and reference materials: assembly drawing and parts list
Course handout: Lab activity
Lecture: How Cameras Work
Supporting Wiki Pages: Kodak Waterproof One-Time-Use Camera, Group 32 - Kodak Funsaver Camera, Group 7 - Kodak Disposable Camera, Group 10 - Kodak Flash Camera
Supporting Wiki pages
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