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Topic: Engineering
SMART GOAL SPECIFIC SENTENCE: I will learn about Renewable Energy using the Solar Car
HOW TO SAVE: Clean up loose pieces and put them in the box > unplug light > place box on shelves, robot on top of the box, and the light next to the box
Get ready to put your creativity and problem-solving skills to the test! In this project, you’ll design and build your very own car — and it’s powered by the sun!
To get started, check out the slideshow below. It has important information about how solar panels work and how they’ll power your car. Use the slideshow to help guide you as you build and test your design.
What I'll Learn
I CAN understand solar energy and how it can be used
I CAN design and test my solar-powered car
I CAN overcome frustrations and solve problems if it doesn't move
Stuff I'll Need
Solar Car Kit
Tutorials to learn the tools
Patience and resilience to push through
Where is Solar Power used in the Real World?
Houses/roofs
Harnessing the sun's energy can be cheaper than paying for electricity from the city in the long run
Space Exploration
Satellites and rovers use solar power to continue fuctioning when there is no electricity or outlets
Automated Lighting
The lights charge during the day and turn on automatically when the sun sets.
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