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Wednesday, November 28, 2012

Turbine Experiment



Turbine is a kind of machine that is used to convert the motion of a fluid into mechanical energy. It consists of a number of blades fixed to a central hub. The force of the fluid acting against the blades pushes them round. When the turbine rotates, the shaft rotates and this can be used to drive other machinery.

SEE FOR YOURSELF



Material Needed:

  • Candle
  • Cardboard or plastic
  • Glue
  • Knitting Needle
  • Plate
  • Cotton Reel


Build your own gas turbine.

Steps:


  1. The rotor will be made by gluing angled blades made of cardboard or plastic to a knitting needle. 
  2. Mount the needle in a cotton reel on a plate.
  3. Light some night lights.
  4. Hot air will rise and make the turbine rotate.



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