Hydrocar introduces students to the hybrid technology that is fueling today\u2019s automotive revolution!\u00a0Hydrocar demonstrates a complete, clean-energy system with solar to hydrogen power generation.\u00a0Powered by electricity from sunlight, the reversible fuel cell illustrates the principles of water electrolysis, separating hydrogen from water and then recombining these elements to create power in an extremely efficient process.\u00a0What\u2019s more, the car can steer independently to avoid running into obstacles.\u00a0Great entry-level fuel cell car kit, and one of Horizon\u2019s best sellers! Demonstrates electrolysis of water into oxygen and hydrogen.\u00a0Includes solar panel to power electrolysis process.\u00a0Includes experiment guide on CD, as well as a complete assembly manual.\u00a0Easy to build and operate, steers independently when meeting obstacles.<\/p>\n
Kit Contents:
\nChassis with an LED light and motor \/ Reversible (PEM) fuel cell \/ 0.75-watt solar cell \/ 2 x 2 mm Connecting leads \/ Battery pack with connecting leads \/ Hydrogen tank \/ Oxygen tank \/ Inner Gas containers \/ Plastic plug pins for fuel cell \/ Transparent silicon tubing \/ Syringe \/ Assembly instructions \/ CD-ROM with curriculum manuals.<\/p>\n
Experiments:
\nAssembly & operation of the hydrocar \/ The effect of heat on solar panels \/ The effect of shade on solar panels \/ The effect of tilt angle on solar panels \/ Finding the solar panel\u2019s maximum power point (requires variable resistor module-sold separately) \/ Electrolysis mode generating hydrogen & oxygen from water \/ Fuel cell mode generating electricity from hydrogen & oxygen \/ Determining the minimum voltage for water decomposition \/ Polarization states for hydrogen fuel cells.<\/p>\n
Includes Full STEM Activity Materials\u00a0for:
\nReversible electrolysis reactions, Reaction rates, Increasing energy efficiency and car performance, Renewable energy, Conservation of energy and energy transfer.<\/p>\n