how do i build a mini house model that runs on solar energy?

Question

i need to build a mini house model that uses solar energy for a school project...does anyone know any good links where i can find information on how to do it?

Answer 1

You are going to have to look at real houses and scale them down. The model is going to have to be big enough to have space for the items to fit and show how they work. That means space for a photocell panel on the roof, windows on a wall for solar heating of a floor of plaster or stone that can pretend to be cement, and space for a battery and a small lightbulb and fan. With proper design you can use incense smoke to show circulation of warm air without the fan. You will need a white heat lamp (not red) to be the sun.