Thames & Kosmos Wind Power V4.0 STEM Experiment Kit | Build a 3ft Wind Turbine to Generate Electricity | Learn About Renewable Energy & Power a Small Model Car | Weatherproof for Outdoor Use
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- Condition
- New
- Set
- Wind Power V4.0
- Dimensions
- 14.6 x 3.1 x 11.5 in
- Weight
- 860 g
- Material
- Plastic
- Age Range Description
- 8+
- Educational Objective
- STEM
- In the box
- Plastic building piece including 3 bladestowerconehousing3 feetand 3 stakesmanual
Features 5
- Build and experiment with a real, working 3-foot tall wind turbine to learn how wind is one of the most promising sources of clean, renewable energy available today.
- Single-piece blade construction for improved durability and better aerodynamics.
- Generate electricity to charge a battery and power a small model car.
- New weatherproof battery box can be left outside!
- Includes stakes to secure the turbine to the ground.
Description
Our fourth generation wind turbine kit! Build a realistic wind turbine to harness power out of thin air. Wind is one of the most promising sources of clean, renewable energy available today. Wind energy has been used for centuries to pump water and crush grain in windmills, and is increasingly being used to generate electricity to power our modern world. Assemble a wind turbine complete with electric generator and adjustable rotor blades. The blades are designed with complex aerodynamic curves to look and work like modern-day wind turbine blades. Conduct experiments with your wind turbine, including experiments to optimize its performance by adjusting the angle of the blades and the placement of the turbine. Use the wind turbine to light up an LED and charge a rechargeable battery. Convert the generator into an electric motor and assemble a small electric car to demonstrate a tangible application for stored solar electricity. Discover how the sun makes the wind, providing us with an endless source of energy. Read about different types of wind turbines and windmills, the history of this technology, and how wind energy can be used to power homes and electric cars. The full-color, 32-page manual offers illustrated instructions and scientific information.
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| Brand Name | Thames & Kosmos |
|---|---|
| Age Range Description | 8+ |
| Educational Objective | STEM |
| Sub Brand | thames |
| Set Name | Wind Power V4.0 |
| Number of Packs | 1 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| UPC | 814743014916 |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 16 |
| Item Type Name | Alternative Energy STEM Experiment Kit |
| Model Number | 627929 |
| Manufacturer | Thames & Kosmos |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 627929 |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | 1 Year Warranty Against Manufacturer Defects |
| Manufacturer recommended age | 8 years and up |
| Theme | Car |
| Battery Description | Battery type aaa |
| Material Type | Plastic |
| Size | Small |
| Item Dimensions | 14.6 x 3.1 x 11.5 inches |
| Item Weight | 860 g |
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Fun and easy for adults and kids!
Set name: Wind Power V4.0
I am 20 years older than 18. I always enjoy tinkering. I am interested in wind generated power so I got this given I felt it was reasonably affordable. Very easy and forgiving to setup. The piece that houses the battery and motor compartments plug and plays between the trmie one and the car you can construct. Additionally, you will need rechargeable batteries for they are not included. Enjoy!
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Reviewed in the United States on September 6, 2024 by Renaissanczyk
Es para experimentar
Set name: Wind Power V4.0
Perfecto para la escuela
Reviewed in the United States on September 7, 2026 by miguel vila
It spins a lot when windy
Set name: Wind Power V4.0
But probably generates no energy. If you got like a bunch of these and used the batteries to charge up your phone. Maybe. I held it out during a hurricane and I was afraid it was about to slice my head off. Was spinning ridiculously fast and didn’t fly off for the 5 seconds I stupidly held it there Good for learning and just as an emergency although you’d have to go with the method I mentioned. Not 5 stars because I feel the base is not securely attached to the stick at all. Better mechanism
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Reviewed in the United States on August 27, 2023 by Peter
Great little model
Set name: Wind Power V4.0
Fun little windmill that comes with great detail and instructions on how wind energy works. Need a pretty strong wind to actually make it work and will only charge a single battery. Great way to show others interested in wind energy. Highly recommended
Reviewed in the United States on November 26, 2023 by MGGGK9
Clockwise or Counter-clockwise?
Set name: Wind Power V4.0
Assemble is easy for an 11 years' old. Information about wind and wind energy included in the manual / booklet is great. But that's all about it. Problems: 1) As pointed out by one other reviewer, when in generating mode ("arrows on the nose cone point to 3"), the turbine blades turns clockwise, not counter-clockwise said on page 9 of the manual. 2) Outdoor use to turn the turbine is practically not possible. In an indoor experiment with a powerful fan turned on to generate the highest wind, it can turn the turbine. We do not see charging indication lights on. We'll update this review if we ever be able to make charge of a battery. At best, this is an educational tool for illustration purpose. Product needs to be improved. Also, it seems that for those customers who got a free product to test, their reviews are in general on the generous side. Update on 01/22/2021: The red charging light is on after about an hour. We then continuously charge the battery for about 3 hours. The battery works to turn the windmill to a fan (spinning very slowly, though). My son turn the turbine into a car; however the gears are poorly constructed that they cannot drive the car at all. We put the charged battery into a Thomas train and the train drives nice and fast. As such, I change the overall rating from 2 to 3.
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Reviewed in the United States on January 20, 2021 by TomtomGarmin
great gift
Set name: Wind Power V4.0
got for my boyfriend for a fathers day gift, thought it was absolutely cute and the fact that it charges a battery was even better. (hes an electrical engineer who specializes in wind turbines) he loved it! only downside was the directions seemed to be written backwards? or it wasnt wired correctly lol but he still loves it anyway
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Reviewed in the United States on August 14, 2024 by Madeline
Wonderful detailed product with real applications.
Set name: Wind Power V4.0
Another wonderful product from Thames and Kosmos! When my young son repeatedly asked for a windmill to create electricity I did a search and ultimately decided on this one because of the extra depth of possibilities it contained. The windmill can charge a AA battery to be used in something else or you can turn the base into a car. Perfect for my son to see the applications of his wind energy. It came with a great book that goes into detail about the science behind wind energy and real applications of it. This is something we will have for a long time and will continue to learn from as he gets older. Product will last for years to come.
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Reviewed in the United States on July 6, 2020 by Amazon Customer
Nice concept but stand breaks immediately
Set name: Wind Power V4.0
Great concept for kids to learn about wind power. However, it's too short. They should include a pole extension as it's only about 2.5 feet off the ground. Wind would have to be pretty strong to turn it. Also, the feet/stand that you install it into to stand it upright is made of very thin plastic w a thin tab holding it together. Well it broke immediately, all 3 when wind hit the windmill. I spent 1.5 hr building a new stand out of wood so it now stays up and working. They should have used metal and the design w a thin tab connecting the pole to the feet is a terrible idea. Haven't had a chance yet to check to see if it recharges the battery so I'll have to update this. However, they should have 1) had 2 rechargeable battery slots as there is rarely a toy that requires just 1 AA battery to test the battery in, and 2) should have included 2 rechargeable batteries as they are hard to find to buy. Hardly anybody sells rechargeable batteries anymore. I looked all over and went to a specialty battery shop. Update: cheaply made. It's base is made of plastic, breaks easily. It's too short to catch hardly any wind. Unstable. Son lost interest in it pretty quick. Also, didn't come w rechargeable batteries which was hard to find out in the store!
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Reviewed in the United States on December 29, 2020 by Long