Using the Solar Car Assembly is a great way to experiment with gear ratios and the angle and intensity of solar light. With three gear ratios, high speed (1.7:1), mid speed (2.2:1), and low speed (3.4:1), you can see the difference gear ratios make under different conditions. The ball-mounted solar panel allows you to angle the panel towards or away from the sun, showing how direct and indirect solar light can affect power. Experiment under a variety of conditions (sunny, cloudy, etc.) and different gear ratios.
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This is a miniature recreation of the Kyocera Blue Eagle created by the Kyocera company and Kitami Kogyo University. Powered by a small solar motor, this miniature solar vehicle is a great introduction to solar science.
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Debuting in the 1992 Solar Car Rally In Noto, Japan, the Toyota RaRa X introduced its four-wheel design in the typically three-wheeled competition. The brilliant red, orange, yellow and pink colors are well represented in this miniature kit. This miniature is powered by a small solar motor and solar battery. .
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This is the Solar Charger Set from Tamiya. Features: This is perfect for young children and educational purposes Electricity generated by the solar panel is charged in a capacitor installed in the car model Detach the car from the cradle, and you can enjoy running the car model for 3 minutes Includes 65x65mm solar panel (Generates 2. 0V 125mA / 35,000lx. ) Includes car model with a car carrier Charge time and running time varies depending on the light source being used Car can tow the cart with approx. 130g of weight (1 "D" size battery) Detailed pictorial instructions.
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The Solar Powered Dragonfly kit utilizes a cam and crank mechanism powered by a Solar Motor 02 and Solar Battery (0.5V1200mA) to make the dragonflies flap their wings. The solar panel can be adjusted to different angles to gain more direct solar light. Construction is very easy, and the dragonflies and base are made of plastic. .
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This is the Fuel Cell 10 Car and Experiment Kit from Thames & Kosmos. Suitable for Ages 10 & Up. Features: * Build a battery-powered car, a solar car and a fuel cell car. * Discover how fuel cells work. * See how solar cells turn sunlight into electricity. * Learn how to use a multimeter to measure electricity. * Calculate the power of the solar cell and fuel cell. * Complete science course with 30 experiments. * 64-page experiment manual. * 10th anniversary edition.
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This is the Physics Solar Workshop Experiment Kit from Thames & Kosmos. Suitable for Ages 8 & Up. Features: 12 building projects and 30 experiments Learn about harnessing and using solar power Learn about motors and simple machines 320 pieces 64-page full color manual.
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This is the Wind Power Renewable Energy Science Kit by Thames & Kosmos For ages 8 years and up. Features: Build a wind turbine to generate electricity Includes electric generator, adjustable rotors and wind speed indicator 20 different experiments Harness mechanical energy to lift weights Generate electricity to light an LED and charge a battery Learn the physics of wind turbines Discover how wind occurs and why it is such a promising energy source Read about different types of wind turbines and windmills 32-page full-color experiment manual offers illustrated instructions and scientific information.
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This is the Hydropower Renewable Energy Science Kit by Thames & Kosmos For ages 8 years and up. Features: Build models to harness the energy of water Build a water wheel, a sawmill and a hammer mill Experiment with water pressure using a fountain and communicating vessels Learn about surface tension Use hydropwer to generate electricity to light an LED Discover where hydropower comes from and why it is a promising energy source 12 experiments Includes a full-color 32-page experiment manual that offers illustrated instructions and scientific information.
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This is the Power House Experiment Kit from Thames & Kosmos. Suitable for Ages 12 & Up. Features: * Build an energy-efficient model house and 20 other energy devices, including an electric train, a lemon battery and more!. * Learn fundamentals of physical science. * Also contains materials for over 70 exciting experiments, including a magnifying glass, LEDs, solar motors and more.. * 96-page experiment manual.
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This is the Fuel Cell Car and Experiment Kit from Thames & Kosmos. Suitable for Ages 12 & Up. Features: Discover how fuel cells work Learn how solar cells turn sunlight into electricity Perform experiments with electrolysis Learn how to use a multimeter Read about how solar cells are made Calculate the efficiency of the solar cell and fuel cell Use a unique reversible Proton Exchange Membrane fuel cell Determine the fuel cell's power output Complete science course with 30 experiments 96-page experiment manual.
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This is the Fuel Cell X7 Hydrogen Powered Car from Thames & Kosmos. Suitable for Ages 10 & Up. Features: Find out about fuel cells and other alternative energy sources Try your hand at designing your own fuel cell car 16-page full color step-by-step instructions.
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This is the Global Warming Experiment Kit from Thames & Kosmos. Suitable for Ages 10 & Up. Features: * 23 hands-on science expermiments. * Learn about Earth's climate system, weather and atmosphere. * Explore the hydrological cycle to learn about humidity, clouds and precipitation. * Model Earth's heat reservoirs, thermals, ocean currents, global and local winds. * Learn about the "Greenhouse Effect" with experiments involving carbon dioxide. * Investigate the potential effects of global warming. * Materials include a polystyrene foam sphere, cardboard sheets, petri dish, balloon, clear half-spheres, thermometer and more. * 48-page full-color experiment guide.
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Make your own friction driven car. This kit includes a motor and all the stuff you need to mount an engine to a wood chassis. It's up to you to decide how the engine works and drives the wheels. It is a great problem solving exercise. As a change up you can substitute a 1000 mAmp solar cell!
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