Materials

Your Future in Marine Hydrokinetics Materials

ACTIVITY

Electricity and Magnetism

Science of Electricity

Discovering MHK Technology

CTE Model Wave Generator ƒAlligator clips ƒIron nails ƒ9-volt batteries ƒDC motors ƒDisassembled DC motors ƒCompasses ƒMasking tape ƒShake-light flashlights

ƒ28 Gauge magnet wire ƒAlligator clips ƒMasking tape ƒWooden dowels ƒPlastic bottles ƒFoam tubes ƒRubber one-hole stoppers ƒRulers

MATERIALS NEEDED

ƒPermanent markers ƒStrong, rectangular magnets ƒDigital multimeters ƒLarge and small nails ƒSharp scissors or utility knives ƒFine-grain sandpaper ƒPush pins ƒHand-operated pencil sharpeners

ƒCraft wood ƒSmall screws, nuts, bolts, other fasteners ƒRepurposed materials such as plastic bottles, yard signs, etc. ƒCraft materials such as foam, plastic, wire, etc. ƒDisplay boards and art supplies (optional) ƒDC motors (for electrified models) ƒDigital multimeters (for electrified models)

ƒShake-light flashlights ƒ1 Gallon water jugs, empty ƒHeavy gauge plastic bags ƒClear plastic tubing ƒCylindrical magnets ƒRubber stoppers ƒMagnet wire ƒRepurposed materials such as water bottles, cardboard, yard signs, etc. ƒSand, gravel, other dense material for anchoring structures ƒLarge plastic tubs (4-5 gallon+) ƒHot glue guns and glue sticks ƒUtility knives ƒWaterproof duct tape ƒString, fishing line, etc. ƒAlligator clips ƒDigital multimeters ƒBalances ƒFine-grain sandpaper ƒGalvanometer ƒParafilm or other waterproofing supplies ƒPool noodle, styrofoam, or buoyant material ƒFishing bobbers or floats ƒAnchors or weights