A wind turbine is spun to generate electricity; the electricity is then used to power different colored LEDs. We discuss with the students why certain colors require more energy to light up. We then have them see how much voltage they are outputting with our homemade voltmeters.
| Module details | |
|---|---|
| Topics | Engineering, Fluid Mechanics |
| Best-suited audience | Array |
| Interactive? | Yes |
| Approx. time requirement | 10 minutes |
| AIChE community affiliation | University of Utah AIChE Student Chapter |
| Approx. # of volunteers | 1 |
| Recommended audience size | Any size |
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