Fuel Cell Car Science Kit introduces students to the hybrid technology that is fueling today’s automotive revolution!
Fuel Cell Car Science Kit demonstrates a complete, clean-energy system with solar to hydrogen power generation.
Horizon’s Fuel Cell Car Science Kit lets students explore the ideas behind the full-sized fuel cell cars currently being introduced around the world. The car runs using distilled water. First, a reversible PEM fuel cell splits water into oxygen and hydrogen. Then that hydrogen is used to power the fuel cell car. Plus, the car drives itself! It’s capable of avoiding obstacles on its own. Serious science and serious fun in one science kit!
- Clearly demonstrates the science behind electrolysis and splitting water into oxygen and hydrogen.
- Includes solar panel for powering electrolysis, and complete experiment guide on CD.
Includes:
- Chassis with LED light & motor
- Reversible (PEM) fuel cel
- Hydrogen tank
- Oxygen tank
- Inner Gas containers
- 0.75 Watt solar cell
- 2 x 2mm Connecting leads
- Battery pack with connecting leads (requires 2 X AA batteries)
- Plastic plug pins for fuel cell
- Transparent silicon tubing
Curriculum
Includes Experiment Outlines for:
- The Effect of Heat on Solar Panels
- The Effect of Shade on Solar Panels
- Finding the Solar Panel?s Maximum Power Point (requires variable resistor module, sold separately)
- Fuel Cell Mode Generating Electricity from Hydrogen and Oxygen
- Determining the Minimum Voltage for Water Decomposition
- Polarization States for Hydrogen Fuel Cells
Includes Full STEM Activity Materials for:
- Reversible electrolysis reactions
- Reaction rates
- Increasing energy efficiency and car performance
- Renewable energy
- Conservation of energy and energy transfer
