Thames & Kosmos Solar Flowers Kit
KKatie's Take
“A flower that never wilts and never runs out of batteries! This solar-powered buildable sculpture is equal parts engineering lesson and mesmerizing kinetic art. A great STEM gift that teaches kids about solar energy and mechanical systems.”
Description
The Thames & Kosmos Solar Flowers Kit is a 114-piece buildable solar-powered kinetic sculpture recommended for ages 8 and up. Once assembled, the motorized flower model measures 7.3 x 11 x 3.5 inches and weighs 0.8 lbs; it requires no batteries and runs whenever sunlight or strong artificial light hits its included solar panel. All petals rotate synchronously through a single-motor planetary gear drive, creating a mesmerizing optical illusion effect. The kit includes a 24-page manual covering 4 experiments on mechanical systems (motors, planetary gears) and solar energy generation.
Key Features
- 114-piece construction kit builds a motorized flower with synchronously rotating petals via a planetary gear system
- Powered exclusively by the included compact solar panel — no batteries ever required
- All petals rotate synchronously through a single-motor planetary gear drive, creating a mesmerizing optical illusion
- Includes a 24-page manual covering 4 experiments on mechanical systems and solar cell electricity generation
- Assembled dimensions: 7.3 x 11 x 3.5 inches; weight: 0.8 lbs; recommended age 8+; made in Taiwan
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