The Energy Group has split into three sub-groups, each looking at different types of energy. Robbie and Bilal are investigating wind energy, and wind as a direct means of propulsion, whilst considering how windy it is on Mars. They are also testing the fuelling of a cell with hydro energy, generated by a turbine made by the mentors last week.

Jenny and Julia are comparing solar energy to hydro energy. However, due to a slight hitch (one of the renewable energy car’s wheels fell off), they were obliged to create something new. Instead, they began constructing a water turbine with one of the science kits. Justin, Alex and Euan are researching and studying the modern applications of solar energy.

The Engineering Group is studying codes and programming. They have put together cards with commands on them, like a jigsaw, to visualise what the final code might look like. They are also thinking about what commands might be needed for the robot.

The newest team (the P7 team) has begun planning out possible lessons for the P7 workshops, which will take place in September and October. The idea is that there will be four stations, one each for Maths, Science, Technology and Engineering. Next week, the group will concentrate on one of these and will plan resources and pupil instructions.