- Generate renewable energy and demonstrate the power of the wind
- Experiment with blade design to optimize wind power output
- Compact and portable design makes it perfect for outdoor classrooms
- Compatible with Vernier's data collection technology for accurate measurements
- Ideal for teaching students about sustainable energy and engineering principles
The KidWind Mini Wind Turbine with Blade Design allows students to explore basic wind energy production and blade design concepts such as pitch, area, mass, quantity, and material on a desk using a small house fan. The KidWind Mini Wind Turbine is a simple easy-to-build turbine with an optimally designed, efficient blade set that can light an LED bulb using a small house fan.
Specifications
- Height: 12"
- Maximum blade diameter: 8" (Mini Turbine), 16" (with blade design option)
- Expected power output: 0-1 watts
- Table of floor space needed: 6" diameter circle
What's Included
- Mini Nacelle Assembly (1)
- 10″ Mini Aluminum Tower (1)
- Mini Base (1)
- Red Blade Set (1)
- Sound and Light Board (1)
- Red Alligator Clip Cord (1)
- Black Alligator Clip Cord (1)
- Wind Turbine Hub (1)
- 1/4″ x 5″ Dowels* (25)
- 3″ x 8″ Chipboard sheet (10)
- Blade Pitch Protractor (1)
