SolarFlower: Ruby Ripple

Thames & Kosmos

$24.95
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CLTK-SFRR
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6 units
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8+
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Sunlit Bloom: Solar-Powered Kinetic Flower!

Construct this stunning mechanical sculpture featuring a motorized flower with animated petals, driven entirely by solar energy. Discover how mechanical components such as motors and planetary gear systems work together, while exploring how photovoltaic cells convert sunlight into electrical power for the flower. A clever engineering solution enables all petals to spin in perfect harmony through a single motor, creating a captivating visual effect. This everlasting bloom requires no upkeep and never needs new batteries; it simply comes alive whenever sunlight touches its solar panel.

You can even mix and match petals from different sets to create your own unique flowers!

Key Features:

  • Create a captivating mechanical flower that rotates in sunlight
  • Battery-free operation, all powered by the compact solar panel included in the kit
  • Explore botanical concepts, photosynthesis, and renewable energy technology
  • Perfect for classrooms, summer camps, workshops, as students can work alone or in pairs

This Solar Kit includes:

  • 24-page full-color instruction manual
  • 4 hands-on experiments 
  • 114 unique pieces

Check out the spinning petals here!

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