TeacherGeek Wind Pump, Wind Turbine/Mill Activity

The Wind Pump harnesses the energy created from wind to pump water. The wind-driven turbine powers a geared transmission that operates a hydraulic pump. This will move water from one level up to another. You will apply many scientific concepts such as calculating work, fluid mechanics, simple machines and aerodynamics. A stand is necessary. Try making one of your own. The blade materials is yours to procure - try recycling bin products like old cardboard or wood.

Note: You can also create a hand operated pump from these TeacherGeek components.*

Each Pack Includes:
• 1 13ml Cylinder Barrel
• 1 13ml Cylinder Plunger
• 1 13ml Cylinder Piston
• 3 #6 x 1/2in Truss Head Screws
• 1 100mm-Slide Stop Material
• 8 #10 Hex Nuts
• 4 #10 Fender Washers
• 4 10-24x1 Screws
• 2 #10 Locking Hex Nuts
• 2 10-24x2 Screws
• 6 Clips
• 2 Wheels
• 2 Perpendicular Blocks
• 2 Check Valves
• 1 T-Connectors
• 12 5mmx300mm Dowels
• 1 Vinyl  Tubing 100ft.
• 2 Hole Plates
• 4pc (one of each size) Mixed Gear Set

Required, but Not Included: Maker Tool Set

Optional & Consumable Supplies: Recycling bin components

Wind Pump Activity Document Downloads
• Wind Pump Build Guide
• Blade and Hub Construction Guide
• Wind Stand Build Guide
• TeacherGeek Quick Start Guide
• Fluid Power Lab
• Printable Ruler
• Protractor
• Types of Wind Turbines