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Vernier KidWind Basic Wind Experiment Kit
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Catalog No. p-4778195
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Quantity:
1 Kit
Classroom Pack

Description

Includes

Wind Turbine Generator with Wires, Weightlifter Nacelle Parts, Wind Turbine Hub, Power Output Board, Tower Base Leg, Tower Base Locking Ring, Tower Base Hub, Plastic Weightlifter Bucket, 1 in. PVC coupler; Blade Pitch Protractor, 20 in. Wood Tower, 0.5 in. Washer, 1 in. x 3 in. HDPE; 1 in. PVC elbow; 25 Dowels, Power Output Pack, 3 x 12 in. x 3/32 in. Balsa Wood Sheet, 3 x 12 in. Chipboard Blade Sheet, 4 ft. String

Allows young scientists to test various blade designs, generate electricity, and lift weights

  • Recommended for all grades
  • Explore wind energy and wind power affordably and easily
  • For grades 4 to 12 and groups, as well as individual science fair projects
  • Also available in Classroom Pack which is sufficient for approximately 24 students
Specifications:
  • Height: 24 in.
  • Maximum blade diameter: 36 in. (with provided materials)
  • Maximum number of blades: 12
  • Expected power output: 0 to 1 watts
  • Number of different nacelles: 2

Activities:

  • Design turbine blades
  • Generate electricity
  • Measure power output
  • Lift weights, charge capacitor and Light LEDs
  • Produce more power than the basic kit
  • Compare different designs
  • Explore torque vs. speed

Concepts:

  • Understanding clean energy
  • Exploring energy transformations
  • Understanding relationship between energy and forces
  • Developing and using physical models
  • Understanding differences between energy and power
  • Collecting data with advanced tools
  • Analyzing and interpreting data
  • Designing controlled experiments
  • Optimizing designs
  • Using mathematics to explain and understand data

Order Info

Classroom pack option includes 3 turbines and extra hubs, blade consumables, power output devices

Warranty and Services

5-years limited warranty (excludes consumables)

Specifications

Product Type Kit, KidWind Basic Wind Experiment
For Use With (Application) Test different blade designs, gear ratios, generators and devices to measure electrical and weightlifting power
Includes Wind turbines, hubs, blade consumables, power output device
Quantity 1 Kit
Height (English) 24 in.
Height (Metric) 61 cm

Safety and Handling

WARNING: Cancer - www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
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