https://padlet.com/asottile/jc93eiwyhoauzxml 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 17:15:56 UTC 2022-05-13 18:24:20 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/icons/Hotsun.png asottile https://padlet.com/asottile/jc93eiwyhoauzxml/wish/2173211610 2022-05-06 17:15:56 UTC https://padlet.com/asottile/jc93eiwyhoauzxml/wish/2173211610 asottile https://padlet.com/asottile/jc93eiwyhoauzxml/wish/2173211611 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 17:15:56 UTC https://padlet.com/asottile/jc93eiwyhoauzxml/wish/2173211611 asottile https://padlet.com/asottile/jc93eiwyhoauzxml/wish/2173211612 Where the adventure begins!]]> 2022-05-06 17:15:56 UTC https://padlet.com/asottile/jc93eiwyhoauzxml/wish/2173211612 asottile https://padlet.com/asottile/jc93eiwyhoauzxml/wish/2173211614 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 17:15:56 UTC https://padlet.com/asottile/jc93eiwyhoauzxml/wish/2173211614 asottile https://padlet.com/asottile/jc93eiwyhoauzxml/wish/2173211615 Pitsco Ray Catcher Sprint Deluxe- these are the kits that we build and innovate from. ]]> 2022-05-06 17:15:56 UTC https://padlet.com/asottile/jc93eiwyhoauzxml/wish/2173211615 asottile https://padlet.com/asottile/jc93eiwyhoauzxml/wish/2173211617 2022-05-06 17:15:56 UTC https://padlet.com/asottile/jc93eiwyhoauzxml/wish/2173211617 asottile https://padlet.com/asottile/jc93eiwyhoauzxml/wish/2173211618 There are many ways to post to padlet- click this resource if you need some help! ]]> 2022-05-06 17:15:56 UTC https://padlet.com/asottile/jc93eiwyhoauzxml/wish/2173211618 asottile https://padlet.com/asottile/jc93eiwyhoauzxml/wish/2173211619 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 17:15:56 UTC https://padlet.com/asottile/jc93eiwyhoauzxml/wish/2173211619 joycek079 https://padlet.com/asottile/jc93eiwyhoauzxml/wish/2183234628 this website shows you how to make and assemble a solar car for middle schoolers!! it shows step by step instructions becasue it is trying to be helpful
Car # = 3.8]]> 2022-05-13 17:37:29 UTC https://padlet.com/asottile/jc93eiwyhoauzxml/wish/2183234628 diamondh556 https://padlet.com/asottile/jc93eiwyhoauzxml/wish/2183235504 PDF of how to build a solar car and the materials needed. Its made by the Junior Solar Sprint company.]]> 2022-05-13 17:38:11 UTC https://padlet.com/asottile/jc93eiwyhoauzxml/wish/2183235504 fossb517 https://padlet.com/asottile/jc93eiwyhoauzxml/wish/2183240637 This PDF contains clear guidelines to make the fastest solar car! Ben F, Brody C Period 3 Group 3.13]]> 2022-05-13 17:42:12 UTC https://padlet.com/asottile/jc93eiwyhoauzxml/wish/2183240637 fitzgeraldz953 https://padlet.com/asottile/jc93eiwyhoauzxml/wish/2183242624 This video explanes the best angle to put you solar panel at to obtain the most energy from the sun. 3.4]]> 2022-05-13 17:43:36 UTC https://padlet.com/asottile/jc93eiwyhoauzxml/wish/2183242624 michelb622 https://padlet.com/asottile/jc93eiwyhoauzxml/wish/2183244209 It tells you how to build a solar car step by step, and what materials you need. 
P. 3 Group #:3.5]]> 2022-05-13 17:44:54 UTC https://padlet.com/asottile/jc93eiwyhoauzxml/wish/2183244209 cheungb747 https://padlet.com/asottile/jc93eiwyhoauzxml/wish/2183246016 We are sharing a website that shows instructions and the parts you need to to build a solid solar car. The website also shows how the solar panels work and function on the car. https://www.homesciencetools.com/article/solar-car/

Period 3, Car 3.10

]]> 2022-05-13 17:45:44 UTC https://padlet.com/asottile/jc93eiwyhoauzxml/wish/2183246016 jansenj722 https://padlet.com/asottile/jc93eiwyhoauzxml/wish/2183246268
This information is useful to the class because it gives very detailed explanations on how to handle the wires and the panel, and it shows the best tools and materials you can use for the best solar car. 
Per. 3 Group 3.14]]> 2022-05-13 17:45:57 UTC https://padlet.com/asottile/jc93eiwyhoauzxml/wish/2183246268 floresi073 https://padlet.com/asottile/jc93eiwyhoauzxml/wish/2183246918 This website shows the overview of the project we are doing and the materials needed to perform this project.

https://www.teachengineering.org/activities/view/duk_solarcar_tech_act

Myles Kennedy, Isaac Flore 3.11

]]> 2022-05-13 17:46:27 UTC https://padlet.com/asottile/jc93eiwyhoauzxml/wish/2183246918 ramirezc403 https://padlet.com/asottile/jc93eiwyhoauzxml/wish/2183247579 It tells you the step by step of building a solar car and is helpful. It also tells you the materials you need. Period 3 # 3.6]]> 2022-05-13 17:47:00 UTC https://padlet.com/asottile/jc93eiwyhoauzxml/wish/2183247579 https://padlet.com/asottile/jc93eiwyhoauzxml/wish/2183248088 https://www.memphis.edu/herff/2017_final_mlgw_solar_car_race_rules.pdf]]> 2022-05-13 17:47:25 UTC https://padlet.com/asottile/jc93eiwyhoauzxml/wish/2183248088 lui946 https://padlet.com/asottile/jc93eiwyhoauzxml/wish/2183249480 This video gives you the steps and some useful materials to build your solar car. Also while building it in the easiest way possible. 
P. 3 / Group 3.2]]> 2022-05-13 17:48:28 UTC https://padlet.com/asottile/jc93eiwyhoauzxml/wish/2183249480 bohnerta157 https://padlet.com/asottile/jc93eiwyhoauzxml/wish/2183251438 How to make a solar panel car with basic home materials and a solar panel.

-Alex and Ethan]]> 2022-05-13 17:50:06 UTC https://padlet.com/asottile/jc93eiwyhoauzxml/wish/2183251438 karamb820 https://padlet.com/asottile/jc93eiwyhoauzxml/wish/2183251611 On this website, you are told exactly how to build your own solar-powered car, and all the requirements needed. It provides all the materials necessary in order for you to successfully build a solar car. It also shows the cost of the car, the type of materials, and lots of helpful tips!!! :)

-Lila and Bella (Period 3, Group 3.7)]]> 2022-05-13 17:50:15 UTC https://padlet.com/asottile/jc93eiwyhoauzxml/wish/2183251611 villanin032 https://padlet.com/asottile/jc93eiwyhoauzxml/wish/2183251945 This website contains a video on how to build a beautiful and functional DIY cart. If you don't watch the video, no worries! There is instructions below the video step by step easy to understand guide. (This is also a very close example to what we are building in class!)

-kinsey, and noemi
-p3 
-group 16]]> 2022-05-13 17:50:33 UTC https://padlet.com/asottile/jc93eiwyhoauzxml/wish/2183251945 https://padlet.com/asottile/jc93eiwyhoauzxml/wish/2183257455 This video gives a good explanation of how to build your D.I.Y. car and gives you tips along the way. It is a very helpful video that gives you the answers you need to make the project. Elijah and Ashawn, Period 3# 3.1]]> 2022-05-13 17:55:08 UTC https://padlet.com/asottile/jc93eiwyhoauzxml/wish/2183257455 lui946 https://padlet.com/asottile/jc93eiwyhoauzxml/wish/2183266262 This video showed you how to build an at home solar car with some simple minimal materials.
P.3 / Group 3.2]]> 2022-05-13 18:02:19 UTC https://padlet.com/asottile/jc93eiwyhoauzxml/wish/2183266262