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What a bright idea! Working in groups, scholars design a solar phone charger by applying concepts from the unit. They use solar modules and buck and boost converters in their creations, which must be able to charge a phone after receiving four hours of sun.
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CCSS:
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Concepts
Instructional Ideas
- Have groups give presentations to the rest of the class
Classroom Considerations
- Last of seven lessons in the Off the Grid unit
- A variety of circuit components is necessary; see the resource for a complete list
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