Background Alternative energy is any energy source that is an alternative to fossil fuel. These alternatives are intended to address concerns about fossil fuels. The nature of what constitutes an alternative energy source has changed considerably over time, as have controversies regarding energy use. Today, because of the variety of energy choices and differing goals of their advocates, defining some energy types as "alternative" is highly controversial. In a general sense, alternative energy as it is currently conceived is that which is produced or recovered without the undesirable consequences inherent in fossil fuel use, particularly high carbon dioxide emissions (greenhouse gas), an important factor in global warming.
Criteria
The vehicle must fit the track (can't interfere with other track or tunnel).
The vehicle must be powered by the given DC motor and any combination of solar panels/fuel cell.
The vehicle must travel the whole length of the track.
The vehicle must have an on/off switch.
Fastest car wins!
Our Design
Video
In our competition for the fastest time and making it down the track every time. Our car was the winner!
Major Takeaways In the design process, we needed to extensively look over the step,”Is this solution valid?” and do we even the have the materials to make this solution possible. Engineering is hard, but we you are confronted with a problem that makes you frustrated, don’t give up, because the more and more you design and test, the deeper your understanding of the problem will become. I tried to give up so many times but my teacher, partner, and classmates all kept me going.