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This kit contains most of the components needed to construct a functional solar powered boat for participating in the Model Solar Boat Challenge – Junior Division.
The kit provides a motor that complies to the regulations, low friction propeller shaft, 2 propellers (2 and 3 blade) to experiment with and the corflute platform.
This unit includes instructions on how to assemble these components together.
By building and experimenting with this boat students will gain a significant insight into renewable energy.
Solar panel supplied: No
Soldering required: Yes
Hours to construct (estimated): 5 - 7
Teaching unit supplied: Yes
For more information click here to see our teaching unit Overview which provides important information and additional requirements.
Price per kit:
$39.25 (1 - 19)
$38.40 (20+)
Kits designed to help your students to make competitive boats and cars for participating in the Model Car and Boat Challenges.
Before starting to build:
Download the current Regulations for the MODEL SOLAR CAR appropriate to your state:
Victoria: STUDENT DESIGNED CAR
https://www.modelsolar.org.au/support/regulations
NSW: SUNSPRINT
https://www.sunsprint.com.au/
Tasmania: SOLAR CAR
http://www.tassolarchallenge.org/
You can also find a lot of technical information and ideas on the Victorian and Tasmanian websites.
If you require help or advice, feel free to contact your state’s Solar Committee or Scorpio Technology.
