This virtual presentation kicks off where all participating students are presented with a challenge. The students are to assemble the 3D printed wind turbine that they checked out from their local library, and subsequently design paper wind turbine blades to optimize their performance. The student that designs the blades that produce the most power for their local library, wins a certificate of accomplishment.
After this brief introduction, students learn about the basics of wind turbines and how they deliver power to homes and businesses. The basic considerations of wind turbine blade designs are also covered.
The instructor will then walk the students through the assembly of their 3D printed wind turbine kit, and discuss how the various components work together. Once assembled, the instructor will then demonstrate how to cut and attach paper turbine blades to the unit. Once the blades are attached, the instructor’s model is placed in front of a fan, and the output voltage is measured, and the results recorded. Success… but can other students do better?!?!
| Virtual Training | STEMInventor Single Site Access | Accessories |
| $200 Who: Paid by library, for the benefit of their patrons that attend Session Length: 2 Hours Format: Virtual Meeting | $239.40/yr Once purchased, libraries can 3D print unlimited* parts & STEM kits thereafter. NOTE: If you have already purchased a STEMInventor license for your library, no additional license purchase is needed. One site license provides access to all 3D printable STEM kits. | $19.95: Wind Turbine Parts Box – This parts box contains all of the parts needed to assemble one (1) turbine. -This parts box contains all of the non-3D-printable parts to assemble the turbine: motors, gears, axles, voltmeters, and more. – Libraries should purchase one Parts Box for each patron they expect to attend. NOTE: The parts contained in each Parts Box are reusable. If you already have the needed parts, there is no need to repurchase. |