Launchpad: Energy Transfer

This box links to the Energy Transfer area of the gallery and contains several activities closely related to the gallery exhibits - e.g., Pedal Power, On The Move and Thermal Imaging Camera.

Contents include:
• heat film (thermochromic film) • heat sensitive paper
• pack of miracle beads • motors • battery box
• motor connectors • silicon tube link
• smart link tubing • domino blocks
• pieces of corriflute • sticky pads
• crocodile clip leads • red LED
• joiners • modelling material
• 'easy bend' rods • pulleys

This box gives you the opportunity to experiment with a number of fascinating materials and exercises including:

Seeing heat (thermal imaging)
  - See heat using special thermo-film.

Drawing with friction
  - Record heat on a special paper.

Miracle beads
  - Use amazing beads to detect invisible rays.

Electrical generator
  - Use a generator to make electricity.

On the move
  - Make machines using special parts, the only limit is your imagination.