The Bicycle Water Pump Modification is a toy/tool designed not
only to expose children to the mechanics of a closed system pump
(like the ones found in heart/lung machines), but also, to give
them the opportunity to experiment with pressurized fluid systems.
The pump is quite simple; a length of garden hole is threaded
onto the pump, and the other end is immersed in a bucket of water.
The user then attaches the pump in place of the back wheel on
their bike. Pedaling the bike forces water along the flexible
tube, and generates pressure. This toy is ideal for defending
a clubhouse, where a large volume water cannon would be advantageous.
It could also be used for experiments that required the raising
of water to a higher level-like a gravity water pipe course for
instance. The best asset of this toy is its versatility.
This toy could be used by anyone who knows how to pedal a bike,
although it would require parental help to switch out the rear
wheel.
Again, after learning about consumer reaction in class, I think
that a detailed instalation guide and safety guide would have
to be included in this package. Although this would mostly be
for the peace of mind of the parents, children would also be more
safe from the high-pressure sprays that a device like this would
produce.