Lego Screwdriver Solar Power Generation

What is the most energy efficient motor Lego has ever made?

Kit contains most energy efficient motor LEGO has ever made. This set is one of the few ways to get the Power Function oriented Solar Panel. Windmill blades can double as efficient water wheel blades too. Set has been discontinued so finding a NIB version now is very rare

How many solar panels will be installed on the Lego® factory roof?

• 20,000 solar panels will be installed on the roof of the LEGO® factory in Jiaxing, China. The panels will produce almost six gigawatts of energy per year. This is equivalent to the electricity use of more than 6,000 Chinese households.

Does a solar panel work with a Lego 4th & 6th grade curriculum?

This is an educational student kit that works with a Lego 4th to 6th grade engineering curriculm that have a student workbook and teacher's guide that is sold separately. The solar panel is amorphous and sensitive / works with UV lights.

Does Lego solar panel work with UV light?

The solar panel is amorphous and sensitive / works with UV lights. UV filtered light or non UV light won't generate much of a current on solar panel ... This Lego solar panel works best with outside sun light. Rechargeable NiMH battery won't hold much of a charge. Kit contains most energy efficient motor LEGO has ever made.

Does Lego have a wind farm?

Since 2012, the LEGO Group has supported the development of more than 160 megawatts of renewable energy. The latest investment is a 25% stake in the Burbo Bank Extension wind farm off the coast of Liverpool, UK. The wind farm, which was officially opened today, will generate clean power for more than 230,000 British households.

How do you measure a light bulb on a Lego solar panel?

Place the Solar Panel under the center of the light source. Optimally the lamps diameter should cover the LEGO Solar Panel and have a parabolic reflector. To help students measure the distance of the bulb in the lamp to the Solar Panel, it is helpful to make a mark on the lamp casing, level with the center of the light bulb. Warning!