Matthew Gryczan is in the research phase of his second book that carries a working title of Waterworks: Fun with Moving Water.
Inspired by the Kenner Hydrodynamics toy construction set that was popular in the 1960s, Matthew developed his own version that can be assembled into machines that moo like a cow, whizz, spin, buzz, click and whirr, using only moving water as a power source.
The models are based on some of the most interesting inventions used by man over the centuries to harness the power of moving water. Children and adults are fascinated to watch water move through clear plastic tanks and pipes: Waterworks was an award winner at a Detroit Maker Faire.
The book will be packed with photos and drawings that go into thorough details on how to construct a Waterworks set from materials found around the home and hardware store, using readily available tools.