https://padlet.com/asottile/3g6fxizf7830aq7v A shared resource for ideas, tips and tricks to help all teams build a successful solar powered vehicle. Be sure to add your period and group number to your unique contribution, and be sure to check out the contributions of your peers as well! en-us 2022-05-06 17:15:41 UTC 2022-05-16 16:10:52 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/icons/Hotsun.png asottile https://padlet.com/asottile/3g6fxizf7830aq7v/wish/2173211308 2022-05-06 17:15:41 UTC https://padlet.com/asottile/3g6fxizf7830aq7v/wish/2173211308 asottile https://padlet.com/asottile/3g6fxizf7830aq7v/wish/2173211309 The Junior Solar Sprint at Calavera will be held in Accordance with the Regulations for the National Junior Solar Sprint Event.  As you design your car, please keep in mind these key requirements:

• Safe for contestant and spectators
• Maximum Vehicle Dimensions: 30 x 30 x 60 cm
• Leave a Space for Your Number (3 x 3 cm)
• Sunlight is the only power source
• Energy enhancing devices must be attached.
• Steering via guidewire, using 1-2 attached eyelits
• Must have a 3D chassis, solar panel must be easily added and removed.

]]> 2022-05-06 17:15:41 UTC https://padlet.com/asottile/3g6fxizf7830aq7v/wish/2173211309 asottile https://padlet.com/asottile/3g6fxizf7830aq7v/wish/2173211310 Where the adventure begins!]]> 2022-05-06 17:15:41 UTC https://padlet.com/asottile/3g6fxizf7830aq7v/wish/2173211310 asottile https://padlet.com/asottile/3g6fxizf7830aq7v/wish/2173211311 Include:
A. A brief descriptive title of your "find"
B. A summary of the information that is useful to the class. (1-2 sentences should do it!)
C. The link you your file or resource.
D. Your Period and group number.]]> 2022-05-06 17:15:41 UTC https://padlet.com/asottile/3g6fxizf7830aq7v/wish/2173211311 asottile https://padlet.com/asottile/3g6fxizf7830aq7v/wish/2173211312 Pitsco Ray Catcher Sprint Deluxe- these are the kits that we build and innovate from. ]]> 2022-05-06 17:15:41 UTC https://padlet.com/asottile/3g6fxizf7830aq7v/wish/2173211312 asottile https://padlet.com/asottile/3g6fxizf7830aq7v/wish/2173211313 2022-05-06 17:15:41 UTC https://padlet.com/asottile/3g6fxizf7830aq7v/wish/2173211313 asottile https://padlet.com/asottile/3g6fxizf7830aq7v/wish/2173211314 There are many ways to post to padlet- click this resource if you need some help! ]]> 2022-05-06 17:15:41 UTC https://padlet.com/asottile/3g6fxizf7830aq7v/wish/2173211314 asottile https://padlet.com/asottile/3g6fxizf7830aq7v/wish/2173211315 Need some search inspiration?  Try these:
Junior Solar Sprint
How to Build a Junior Solar Sprint Racer
Solar Derby
Junior Solar Sprint Tips and Tricks
Junior Solar Sprint Advice
Ray Catcher Instructions
Junior Solar Sprint Gear Ratios

]]> 2022-05-06 17:15:41 UTC https://padlet.com/asottile/3g6fxizf7830aq7v/wish/2173211315 lohmeyerc025 https://padlet.com/asottile/3g6fxizf7830aq7v/wish/2183166902 2022-05-13 16:44:13 UTC https://padlet.com/asottile/3g6fxizf7830aq7v/wish/2183166902 torresd088 https://padlet.com/asottile/3g6fxizf7830aq7v/wish/2183169238 a helpful video on how to make a car more aerodynamic 
P.2 group 10

]]> 2022-05-13 16:45:56 UTC https://padlet.com/asottile/3g6fxizf7830aq7v/wish/2183169238 mccauslands532 https://padlet.com/asottile/3g6fxizf7830aq7v/wish/2183170601 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-R-TKBdI0I8]]> 2022-05-13 16:47:00 UTC https://padlet.com/asottile/3g6fxizf7830aq7v/wish/2183170601 kowalkec738 https://padlet.com/asottile/3g6fxizf7830aq7v/wish/2183171143 ( read page 4 thoroughly )  ]]> 2022-05-13 16:47:26 UTC https://padlet.com/asottile/3g6fxizf7830aq7v/wish/2183171143 moii025 https://padlet.com/asottile/3g6fxizf7830aq7v/wish/2183171592 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FRL1HCn3zIw

This is helpful to the class because it breaks down the basic steps on how to create a solar car.]]> 2022-05-13 16:47:48 UTC https://padlet.com/asottile/3g6fxizf7830aq7v/wish/2183171592 solatoriok706 https://padlet.com/asottile/3g6fxizf7830aq7v/wish/2183178585 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AXjiThF1LXU

Shows how aerodynamics of cars work and how wings and spoilers work
P.2 group 10]]> 2022-05-13 16:53:21 UTC https://padlet.com/asottile/3g6fxizf7830aq7v/wish/2183178585 torresd088 https://padlet.com/asottile/3g6fxizf7830aq7v/wish/2183182207 how much shape really affects a vehicle 
p:2 group 10 ]]> 2022-05-13 16:56:08 UTC https://padlet.com/asottile/3g6fxizf7830aq7v/wish/2183182207 https://padlet.com/asottile/3g6fxizf7830aq7v/wish/2183183123 The biggest takeaway from this article on some tips for construction is that a reflector can be used as an additional component to increase the speed of your solar car. Also, a larger weighted solar car will cause more friction between the wheels and ground which will result in lower speeds.]]> 2022-05-13 16:56:57 UTC https://padlet.com/asottile/3g6fxizf7830aq7v/wish/2183183123 welkena030 https://padlet.com/asottile/3g6fxizf7830aq7v/wish/2183183204 Have the solar panel at an angle where the front side is lower and the backside is higher. Also, here's a pdf that talks about tips to make your car go faster, such as, mirrors to reflect the sun onto the solar panel. https://calteach.ucmerced.edu/sites/calteach.ucmerced.edu/files/documents/construction_tips_for_solar_car.pdf ]]> 2022-05-13 16:57:01 UTC https://padlet.com/asottile/3g6fxizf7830aq7v/wish/2183183204 https://padlet.com/asottile/3g6fxizf7830aq7v/wish/2183183511 Fits in the palm of your hand and keeps the kids entertained! a cheap version of a solar race car. Second of all, it is a very fun lesson to learn and play with.
Group 4 Pedro and Eric]]> 2022-05-13 16:57:16 UTC https://padlet.com/asottile/3g6fxizf7830aq7v/wish/2183183511 godoyc498 https://padlet.com/asottile/3g6fxizf7830aq7v/wish/2183184614 This is video on how to make  a solar car, it's nice and slow so people can understand it. 
Charity G. Serene F. Jaden W.]]> 2022-05-13 16:58:10 UTC https://padlet.com/asottile/3g6fxizf7830aq7v/wish/2183184614 https://padlet.com/asottile/3g6fxizf7830aq7v/wish/2183185885 https://youtu.be/-frF3sPyKMI

This video will show how gears can help your solar car go fast.

]]> 2022-05-13 16:59:14 UTC https://padlet.com/asottile/3g6fxizf7830aq7v/wish/2183185885 https://padlet.com/asottile/3g6fxizf7830aq7v/wish/2186008042 A helpful video that explains how the angle of the solar panel can affect its power output.]]> 2022-05-16 16:10:52 UTC https://padlet.com/asottile/3g6fxizf7830aq7v/wish/2186008042