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Thames and Kosmos Physics Solar Workshop
Thames and Kosmos Physics Solar Workshop
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Thames and Kosmos Physics Solar Workshop - Product Description
In one way or another, almost every form of energy we use originates as energy from the sun. Solar energy directly powers photovoltaic cells and thermal collectors. Indirectly, we get power from plants grown by the sun, oceans heated by the sun, and Earth s weather systems sustained by the sun. Even the energy stored in fossil fuels originated as energy from the sun, captured by plants and animals millions of years ago. Physics Solar Workshop explores the topic of solar energy, focusing on photovoltaic cells. By building 12 models and conducting 30 experiments, you will learn how solar cells transform light into electrical energy, and how motors and mechanical devices can optimize the work done by this energy. You will build different types of vehicles and machines to demonstrate how gears can convert and transform power for different needs. There are 320 parts, which are also compatible with the other kits in our Physics line. The 64-page book offers illustrated instructions for the projects. Developed with Greenpeace® in Germany. Ages 8 and up. build 12 models, including a solar-powered tractor, truck, treaded vehicle, car, elevator, drawbridge, fan, airplane, mobile crane and construction crane learn about harnessing and using solar power learn about motors and simple machines
Thames and Kosmos Physics Solar Workshop - Details
- Build 12 models, including a solar-powered tractor, truck, treaded vehicle, car
- Learn about harnessing and using solar power
- Learn about motors and simple machines
- Best seller
- Parents' Choice Silver Honor
- Also includes elevator, drawbridge, fan, airplane, mobile crane and construction crane
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Thames & Kosmos Solar Power Plus
Thames & Kosmos Solar Power Plus
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 List Price: $79.99 Sale Price: $67.99 Availability: Usually ships in 4-5 business days
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Thames & Kosmos Solar Power Plus - Product Description
This science kit lets you build your own solar-powered gizmos and learn a bit about how solar cells generate electricity in the process. You get 256 building pieces to assemble 22 models include a scooter, a locomotive, a forklift, a beach buggy, oil tanker, helicopter and more. You can even use the kit to make a solar-powered rechargeable battery charger. Under bright sunlight, the solar panels generate about the same power as a pair of AA batteries, which can be used as a substitute power source when you want to use your gadgets in low light. Includes a 48-page, full-color instruction manual with step-by-step instructions for building each of the 22 models. Application: Science kit, Solar Power Compatible: Yes, Pieces (qty.): 256, Battery Type: AA
Thames & Kosmos Solar Power Plus - Details
- Gigantic photovoltaic's science lab
- Build your own solar powered creations and discover how solar cells generate electricity
- Assemble 22 models
- Power the models you build with the solar panels outside on a sunny day
- This kits teaches basic concepts in solar energy
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Thames & Kosmos Solar Power
Thames & Kosmos Solar Power
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List Price: $39.99 Sale Price: $33.99 Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours Eligible For Free Shipping
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Thames & Kosmos Solar Power - Product Description
Photovoltaic Energized Vehicles Science Kit Build your own solar-powered models and discover how solar cells generate electricity from light. Build six solar powered models including a locomotive, single-prop plane, bulldozer, helicopter, backhoe, and twin-rotor helicopter. The special solar panel in this kit consists of three solar cells and generates 1.5 volts of electricity in bright sunlight, like a AA battery. A unique cradle holds either the solar panel or the battery, allowing you to switch out the solar panel for a AA battery (not included), depending on the strength of sunlight. You can even use the solar panel to charge up your own rechargeable AA batteries. The solar panel is positionable, so you can maximize its exposure to the sun to generate the most power. The 24-page color instruction book included in this kit gives step-by-step instructions for assembling the six model vehicles. After you have built the suggested models, you can design your own solar vehicles. Compete with your friends to see whose solar vehicle runs the fastest! The 177 building pieces included in this set are compatible with those in all Thames & Kosmos Construction Series kits, Physics Series kits, Wind Power, and Hydropower Kits. Ages 8 and up. All Thames & Kosmos products have been safety tested to the rigorous standards of both the USA and Europe
Thames & Kosmos Solar Power - Details
- Photovoltaic energized vehicles
- Build your own solar powered models and discover how solar cells generate electricity from light
- The special solar panel in this kit consists of three solar cells and generates 1.5 volts of electricity
- You can even use the solar panel to charge up your own rechargeable AA batteries
- Compete with your friends to see whose solar vehicle runs the fastest
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