Challenge Gear
A KidWind starter kit provides you with all the supplies and equipment needed to build a basic wind turbine or solar structure. All students are encouraged to use any resources available to them to improve upon the basic model that can be made with your kit supplies. If your school can justify the need for a full team kit, there is a section in the Kit Request Form (see below) to request a larger kit.
What's in a Wind Challenge Kit
- KidWind generator
- Hub
- Dowels
- Multi-meter
- Alligator clips
- Pitch protractor
- Resistor
What's in a Solar Challenge Kit
- Loads (LED lights, water pump + tray/buzzer/DC motor)
- Switch and DIY Switch Kit
- Multi-meter
- Alligator clips
If you are interested in building your own kit, consider these suggested materials and where to get them. Kidwind.org has an extensive list as well. The virtual challenge platform provides guides on calculating wind speed, resistance, and output voltage for any team that doesn't have the requisite tools on hand.
Build Your Own Wind Kit
- Materials for building your tower (PVC, sturdy wood, upcycled materials, etc)
- KidWind generator (if not building your own)
- Gears and drivetrain
- Hub
- Dowels
- Blade materials
- Resistors
- Multimeter
- Alligator clips
- Pitch protractor
- Box fan
- Anemometer
- Resistor board or power output board
- Energy sensor
Build Your Own Solar Kit
- Solar panels
- Loads (lights, buzzer, motor, water pump, sound/light board, or KidWind's Pile of Loads)
- Switch (pre-made or homemade)
- Materials for building your structure (cardboard boxes, upcycled materials, etc)
- Wire strippers
- Multimeter
- Alligator clips
- Resistor board
- Electrical tape
- Energy Sensor
Host a Local Wind Tunnel
Consider hosting a local wind tunnel for your region! A retired technology teacher and KidWind veteran put together a guide to building your own wind tunnel. You can find the guide here. In lieu of building your own, you or a sponsor can also purchase a KidWind official tunnel here.
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