Wind Power
Division: Middle School – Division B
Event Rules: See the National Rules Manual
National Event Page: Here
Description:
Teams construct a blade assembly device prior to the tournament that is designed to capture wind power and complete a written test on the principles of alternative energy.
Materials:
Each team may bring one three ring binder of any size containing information in any form and from any source, attached using the available rings. Sheet protectors, lamination, tabs and labels are permitted. Each team may also bring tools, supplies, writing utensils, and two calculators (Class III) for use during any part of the event. Each team must bring their device. The Event Leader will provide the testing materials needed. Competitors must wear eye protection during device testing.
Scoring:
High score wins.
Event Resources:
- Playlist of Wind Power Tips
- Airfoil/Propeller Design – National Free Flight Society’s free technical library
- Example SO graph and diagram template
- DOE Renewable Energy Info
- 1-Minute YouTube MINI Video on Science Olympiad TV
- How to Make a Wind Power Test Stand (PDF)
- How to Make a Wind Power Fan Stand (PDF)
- Physics Tutorial
- Electronics Tutorials
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