Middle

Build a fascinating device that uses pendulums to make art.

Make a bioplastic from kitchen supplies.

Build a furnace with a plastic fresnel lens that can melt copper enamel.

Build and test a model pelton wheel.

Overview

In a parabolic trough collector, a long pipe containing water is located along a focal line. Build this collector carefully and you will have a steam generator or high temperature water heater. You can also use it as an experimental apparatus to explore tracking drives, glazed absorber tubes, heat pipes and much more.
 

Construct a sundial that accurately tracks the sun and time throughout the year.

Build a model skin on frame kayak.