Thames & Kosmos Wind Power (V 4.0)

• Build a realistic wind turbine with an electric generator and adjustable, aerodynamically curved blades—just like modern utility-scale turbines

• Run blade-angle optimization tests to maximize RPM, torque, and output; then light an LED and charge a rechargeable AA battery using wind energy

• Flip the system: convert the generator into an electric motor and power a small model car to demonstrate stored-energy applications

• Learn how wind energy evolved—from classic windmills to today’s grid-scale turbines—and how it can power homes and EVs

• Full-color, 32-page manual provides step-by-step builds, troubleshooting, and the science behind wind tech

• Classroom and club friendly: compact footprint, quick resets, and hands-on NGSS-aligned activities for energy and engineering concepts

Specifications

• Ages: 8+

• Experiments: 5

• Piece Count: 38

• Manual Pages: 32 (full color)

• Product Dimensions: 14.6 × 11.5 × 3.1 in.

• Product Weight: TBD

• Manual Dimensions: 8.25 × 11.5 in.

• Batteries Required: 1 × AA rechargeable (used as storage cell; not included unless noted by retailer)

• Country of Origin: Taiwan

• Year Released: 2020

• Awards: 2021 The Toy Association Outdoor Toy of the Year Finalist

• NGSS Correlations: 2-PS1-3 (Structure & Properties of Matter), 4-ESS3-1 (Earth & Human Activity), 4-PS3-1/4-PS3-4 (Energy), K-2-ETS1-2 (Engineering Design)

What’s in the Box?

• Components to assemble a wind turbine (generator/motor module, adjustable rotor blades, hub, tower/base)

• LED load module and connectors

• Battery holder/charger interface for the rechargeable AA cell

• Parts to build a small electric car (uses motor mode)

• Gears, axles, and hardware for all experiments

• 32-page, full-color manual

Software and Docs

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