Energy Engineers: Build-a-Blade Wind Power
Overview
Design, test and revise wind turbine blades to find the optimal design.
Highlights
Program Type: Lab
Program Duration: 1.25 Hours
Trip Season: Sept-June
Student Limit: Up to 20
Ocean Literacy Principle: #5: The ocean supports a great diversity of life and ecosystems.
Trip Description
Wind Power energy generation is a growing industry in southeastern New England. In this lab, students will design, test, and revise turbine blades to find the optimal design with the least waste. Whose design will generate the most power?