Solar Panel Fountain - Part 1
by JENNIFER LAUGHLIN
Students will use solar panels to convert solar energy into electricity. This solar energy is transmitted through cables to the motor and then to the fountain. The fountain pressure increases and decreases as the solar panel position changes.
Lesson Plan Link/URL
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1yUBqOwWN6s0BfXh6nVSzk9rPaqjiesvT/edit?u…Subject Area
Science Physical Science P4: Energy Transfer Technology 4. Innovative Designer Engineering S2: Apply the Engineering Design Process Mathematics Measurement and Data (MD) Geometry (G) English Language Arts (ELA) Reading (Informational Text) Writing Speaking & Listening
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