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If you need help using a multimeter, check out the Science Buddies reference How to Use a Multimeter.

Connect the multimeter probes to the solar cell's alligator clip leads.

Set up your experiment as shown in Figure 1.

You may also need to work your way up to this project by starting with an electronics project that has a lower level of difficulty. If you need to find another mentor, try to find someone who has hobbies like robotics, electronics, or building and fixing computers. However, if you do not have experience in putting togetherĮlectrical circuits you may find it helpful to have someone who can answer questionsĪnd help you troubleshoot if your project is not working. Basic help can be found in theĮlectronics Primer. One or more devices in an electrical circuit. Note Before Beginning: This science fair project requires you to hook up While solar panels work best with incandescent bulbs (due to the spectrum of light emitted), for purposes of this science project, you should still be able to use CFL or LED bulbs. If you purchase compact fluorescent (CFL) or light-emitting diode (LED) bulbs, their actual wattages will be lower, but they will display an 'equivalent' wattage on the package.

Note: the suggested wattages are for incandescent bulbs.

At least three light bulbs with different wattages (e.g.

clamp-on lamp with reflector, rated for at least 150 W bulbs (available at your local hardware store),.

See our multimeter tutorial if you do not know how to use a multimeter.

6 V, 150 mA solar cell with alligator clip leads, part #2260041.

Some of the components needed for this project are available from Jameco Electronics: The Electronics Club, Kelsey Park Sports College. This webpage has useful information on LEDs: The Great Internet Light Bulb Book, Part 1. This page has lots of information about incandescent light bulbs: Physics Department, University of Oregon. When you get the current right, the bulb glows brightly. If there's too much current, the virtual light bulb blows up, too little current, and the bulb won't light. On this page you can build virtual circuits with batteries and resistors, then test your circuit by throwing a switch to light up a bulb. Watch this NOVA video to learn more information about solar cells and other alternative energy sources: This webpage is a good place to start for information on how solar cells work:

How do solar cells turn light into electricity?.

Solar cell (also called photovoltaic cell).

Understand the following terms and concepts: To do this project, you should do research that enables you to

How do you think these values will change if you change the brightness of a light bulb used to power the solar cell? Terms and Concepts In this project, you will measure the open-circuit current and short-circuit voltage produced by a solar cell. Small solar cells, like the one used in this project, can be used in circuits to charge batteries, power a calculator, or light an LED ( light emitting diode). This is known as the photoelectric effect. When light of the right wavelength shines on the semiconductor material of a solar cell, the light creates a flow of electrons. Solar cells are semiconductor devices, meaning that they have properties that are intermediate between a conductor and an insulator.

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Multiple Functionality: The controller features USB port to charge portable devices directly, including smartphones, tablets, digital cameras, etc.Solar cells are electronic devices that can transform light energy into an electric current.Lithium Compatibility: Ideal for camping, caravanning, RVing, this solar blanket can be connected to AGM, lead acid, Gel, Calcium & LiFePO4 batteries.Ultimate Protection: The overcharging cut-off technology ensures ultra reliable performance of this solar blanket.Upgraded Controller: This solar blanket comes with a lithium compatible MPPT controller which helps get 20% more energy than a PWM controller.

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Hassle Free Reconnecting: Auto-optimization function achieves immediate reconnection when sunlight returns after charging interruption.

Plug & Play Connection: All cables are terminated with Anderson plugs for easy and secure connection.

User-Friendly Design: This ATEM POWER portable solar panel is designed with 6 stitched loops which are quite handy if you make up hooks when it gets windy.

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Superior Portability: Made from poly/cotton canvas, this super thin foldable solar panel is only 10kg and can be packed down to 1/6 of its full size.

Premium PET Films: These films feature light penetration rate of 95%, which can greatly increase energy conversion efficiency of this ATEM POWER solar panel.

Monocrystalline Solar Cell: A-Grade monocrystalline solar cells feature the fastest charging speed possible with an energy conversion efficiency of up to 23.5%.

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