Solar Car Derby

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K-12 Outreach Kits and Labs

Overview

Model car races are a common science and engineering activity for youth groups because they are engaging, open-ended and have the excitement of competition. This gives us the chance to work in some great science concepts and engineering practices. The level of presentation can also be modified for different audiences.

Procedure

External Links

NREL Model Solar Car Lesson Plan

NREL solar Car hints

Source for Materials

Pitsco sunzoom lite car $8.95

Pitsco polycrystalline solar panel with clips $2.95

Raycatcher car (big panel) $59

Powerful, encased panel 1.5 V, 1.4 amp $7.95