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How to Build a Turbine

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Here is a six-minute video of a pair of electrical engineers that illustrate how to build a wind turbine. A list of materials is provided, along with general guidelines for your class. Use this to introduce turbine design to your engineering or physical science class.

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Pros
  • An exciting way for youngsters to meet Next Generation Science Standards
  • Strong female role model in science
  • Engaging engineers make the activity that much more fun
Cons
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