The whole world is looking for way to cut down on the use of energy sources that cause pollution and/or damage to the environment, as well as renewable/sustainable energy sources. One of these energy sources is wind. This kit makes use of the one of the earliest methods of harnessing the power of wind, i.e., a sail. Once built, the car can be launched down the ramp and it will travel a distance and then run out of momentum. Add the sail and some wind and off you go…further and faster!

Project links:

• Renewable energy
• Iterative design
• Transportation

The whole world is looking for way to cut down on the use of energy sources that cause pollution and/or damage to the environment, as well as renewable/sustainable energy sources. One of these energy sources is wind. This kit makes use of the one of the earliest methods of harnessing the power of wind, i.e., a sail. Once built, the car can be launched down the ramp and it will travel a distance and then run out of momentum. Add the sail and some wind and off you go…further and faster!

Project links:

• Renewable energy
• Iterative design
• Transportation