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Wind Power (V 5.0)

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022317
Grade 3-AD
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Wind Power (V 5.0)
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  • Small parts. Not for children under 3 years.

Description

Here in the Midwest, we see windmill "farms" popping up all over the place, trying to take advantage of the wind over our flat topography. And as wind is more and more often promoted as a green source of energy, it is worth taking a look into to see the benefits and challenges presented by harnessing the power of the wind. This excellent kit by Thames & Kosmos helps you do just that with a mix of their sturdy plastic physics parts and a full-color, 32-page experiment guide with 5 activities. Besides presenting the experiments, the guide also provides information on air currents, windmill designs of today and yesterday, how wind can perform work, the power formula for wind, apparent wind, turbulence, lift and resistance. In the experiments, you will build a wind "power plant," then use it to try different wing angles, calculate the rotation speed and speed ratio, and use the windmill to power a light, recharge a battery and use as a fan. Build a turbine and also four additional electric models: a three-wheeler, car, helicopter, and truck. Who knows? If you live in a location with a lot of wind, you might just go on to build your own windmill generator for your home! 75 pcs Jess

Publisher's Description of Wind Power (V 5.0)

Wind is one of the most promising sources of clean, renewable energy available today. With this kit, you can assemble a realistic wind turbine complete with electric generator and adjustable rotor blades designed with complex aerodynamic curves to look and work like modern-day wind turbine blades.

Experiment with the integrated hand crank to feel energy generation in your hands. Conduct experiments to optimize the turbine’s performance by adjusting the angle of the blades and discover how to use the wind turbine to light up an LED. Quickly charge an electric capacitor to power a sleek electric car and demonstrate a tangible application for the stored electricity.

The full-color, 32-page manual offers illustrated instructions and scientific information that explores the different types of wind turbines and windmills, the history of this technology, and how wind energy can be used to power homes and electric cars.

  • New and improved version of the best-selling STEM kit about wind power and energy

  • Updated design includes new blade hub and gear ratio to optimize performance in outdoor wind and with indoor fan setups

  • Revamped model car is powered by an electric capacitor that charges in just two minutes (compared to one hour) — no batteries required!

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Product Format:Kit
Grades:3-AD
Brand:Thames and Kosmos
EAN/UPC:814743019867
Length in Inches:11.5
Width in Inches:14.625
Height in Inches:3.125
Weight in Pounds:1.8
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