Use a wind generator to power a lighthouse. Set the blade length and angle of the blade to the wind to suit wind speed for each season. Try to maximise energy efficiency of the wind generator so that enough electricity is created to power the lighthouse, while at the same time minimising the use of diesel fuel. Test a range of wind conditions that allow a wind generator to operate effectively.
Objective
Students maximise power output and energy efficiency of a windmill at a range of seasonal wind speeds.
Students explore some factors in the design of wind generators.
Curriculum Information
Education Type
K to 12
Grade Level
Grade 7, Grade 8, Grade 6
Learning Area
Science
Content/Topic
Force Motion and Energy
Intended Users
Learners, Students
Competencies
Copyright Information
Copyright
Yes
Copyright Owner
Education Sevices Australia
Conditions of Use
Use
Technical Information
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File Type
application/x-rar
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Adobe Flash Player - http://get.adobe.com/flashplayer/
