Power Systems | LK6946

Power systems | Matrix | Aidex

Overview of the power systems

The Matrix Power Systems kit, model LK6946, provides a simplified and safe solution for studying electricity and electronics. It is specifically designed for benchtop use in educational settings. This system combines the versatile Locktronics learning platform with a practical solar panel rig and a miniature wind turbine rig. The included 120-watt solar panel effectively generates power under typical classroom lighting. The wind turbine, featuring a variable speed DC motor and a three-phase generator, produces up to 20 watts, accurately simulating an industrial turbine’s function. These components allow students to generate varied energy outputs, voltages, and currents in a controlled lab environment. Students use these power sources with the Locktronics kit and 3.7V Lithium-ion batteries to explore a wide range of domestic and renewable energy system concepts.

Key skills and applications of the power systems

Using the Power Systems kit, students develop a fundamental understanding of modern energy principles. The curriculum focuses on the operation and output of different power sources, including both wind and solar. Learners conduct experiments in energy conversion, exploring the function of upconverters and downconverters and measuring overall efficiency. The kit provides deep insights into battery technology, covering series and parallel configurations as well as the unique charge and discharge characteristics of both Lead Acid and Li-ion batteries. Students will also investigate advanced topics such as Powerwall technology, three-phase rectification, power dumping in wind turbines, and the process of voltage inversion from DC to AC.

Power systems specifications and features

Specification Detail
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Applicable education levels High school, vocational training, university
SKU LK6946
Manufacturer Matrix
Core learning system Locktronics
Solar power source Full-sized solar panel rig, rated at 120 watts
Wind power source Miniature wind turbine rig with variable speed DC motor and three-phase generator, up to 20 watts
Included batteries 3.7V Lithium-ion batteries
Required instruments HP8279 oscilloscope, HP2222 automotive current clamp, HP1324 Fluke 115 True RMS Digital Multimeter
Related curriculum packs Renewable Power Systems (CP7128) available in English, French, and Spanish

Providing the power systems to the Midwest

Aidex is proud to supply the Power Systems kit to learning institutions across the Midwest. We are committed to equipping educators and students in the region with the industry-leading tools they need to succeed.

Frequently asked questions

What core topics does the Power systems curriculum cover?

The curriculum covers sources of power and energy, wind turbine operation, solar panel output, energy conversion (upconverters and downconverters), energy efficiency, battery configurations, battery charge and discharge characteristics, Powerwall technology, wind turbine power dumping, three-phase rectification, and DC to AC voltage inversion.

What is the target audience for Power systems?

The target audience includes students and educators in high school, vocational schools, and university programs focusing on electricity, electronics, and renewable energy technologies.

What is included in the LK6946 kit?

The kit includes the Locktronics learning system, a 120-watt solar panel rig, a miniature wind turbine rig with a variable speed DC motor and three-phase generator, and 3.7V Lithium-ion batteries for experiments.

Are any additional instruments required to use this kit?

Yes, to perform all the experiments, you will need an HP8279 oscilloscope, an HP2222 automotive current clamp, and an HP1324 Fluke 115 True RMS Digital Multimeter.

How do the solar and wind components work in a classroom setting?

The solar panel is designed to generate a usable amount of power under standard classroom or laboratory lighting. The wind turbine rig uses a variable speed motor to safely replicate the power generation of a real turbine on a benchtop, allowing students to study its characteristics without needing actual wind.

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