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Solar Boat/Car Designs
Advanced Computer Engineering Graphics Technology Education - 2019-20
Students were asked to create a solar powered boat which would float and propel on water, then transform to a car, which would roll and run on land. This task would be completed in small teams, using a limited part bag. The bag included items such as:
1. Small motor
2. Solar panel
3. Small qty. of wood strips
4. Corrugated vinyl sheet or Foam Core
5. Switch and wire connectors
These items, along with others, would be sketched into a design, laid out in CAD, and 3D modeled. Software used included : SolidWorks. and AutoCad.
Students 3D print and laser cut parts and accessories for their design solution, such as: a propeller, wheels, motor holder, and axle holders.
3D Printers: Makerbot Rep 2, Ultimaker 2+, Ultimaker 3, Form Labs-Form 3.
Laser Cutter: Eplilog Mini 24
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Boats would be tested in a small tank, cars tested on a sidewalk. Designs would be refined, and raced in our community Welch pool, thanks to the cooperation of Mr. Todd Roth, and Shawn Lelko CRPR. Cars were raced on the freshly paved parking lot of State High. The following pages document some highlights of the project.
This project is in conjuntion with lab experiences and connections, at the Penn State CIMP 3D Lab.
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